A tragic incident has been reported from Uttar Pradesh, India, where a 14-year-old class 6 student, Yash Kumar, allegedly took his own life after losing 1.3 million to online gaming. Yash, the only son of Suresh Kumar Yadav, a resident of Dhanwasar village in Mohanlalganj, was found dead after a devastating turn of events.
The incident unfolded when Yash’s father, while updating his bank passbook at the Union Bank branch in Bijnor, noticed a significant shortfall of 1.3 million in his account. Upon inquiry, the bank revealed that the money had been spent on online games. Shocked and heartbroken, Yadav confronted his son, who initially gave vague responses before admitting to losing the entire amount through gaming apps.
Yash’s father had saved the money by selling a piece of land two years ago, which he had deposited in the bank to support his family, working as a painter. After being scolded for his gaming activities, Yash attended tuition classes and later locked himself in his room, where he tragically ended his life.
The family rushed Yash to a community health center, but he was declared dead by doctors. The police were alerted and immediately arrived at the scene, sending the body for post-mortem examination. Investigations are ongoing, with the authorities working to understand the circumstances surrounding the incident.
This heartbreaking event highlights the dangers of excessive online gaming, particularly for young people, and serves as a reminder of the importance of monitoring digital activities in the home.
