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17-year-old student dies during Ganesh procession in Madhya Pradesh, family blames loud DJ
✍️ India Today
🗓 27 Sep 2026, 04:32 AM
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A 17-year-old student collapsed and died during a Ganesh procession in Madhya Pradesh, with his family alleging that a loud DJ at the event caused the fatal incident.
A teenage student, aged 17, lost his life while taking part in a Ganesh procession in Madhya Pradesh. The young man reportedly collapsed during the festivities and could not be revived.
His relatives have claimed that the procession featured a high‑volume DJ, and they allege that the excessive sound may have contributed to the fatal outcome. The family is demanding an inquiry into the safety standards of the event.
Local authorities have been informed of the incident, and an investigation is underway to determine the exact cause of death and assess compliance with public safety regulations.
The tragedy has sparked concerns among residents about the use of loud music at religious gatherings, prompting calls for stricter monitoring of sound levels during future processions.
His relatives have claimed that the procession featured a high‑volume DJ, and they allege that the excessive sound may have contributed to the fatal outcome. The family is demanding an inquiry into the safety standards of the event.
Local authorities have been informed of the incident, and an investigation is underway to determine the exact cause of death and assess compliance with public safety regulations.
The tragedy has sparked concerns among residents about the use of loud music at religious gatherings, prompting calls for stricter monitoring of sound levels during future processions.