Sumit Rajput, a resident of Purabhoj village in the Gursahaiganj police station area of Uttar Pradesh, died on Wednesday morning after falling from a mobile tower he had climbed while demanding marriage to a relative’s daughter.
Incident in Purabhoj Village
According to information provided, Sumit Rajput suddenly climbed a mobile tower in Purabhoj village and began shouting the name of his girlfriend. He was heard saying, "Marry me to her, otherwise I will jump."
Local residents and family members attempted to persuade him to come down. Police were informed and reached the spot. Despite continuous efforts by villagers and police personnel, he refused to descend without a promise regarding the marriage.
He remained seated on the tower for approximately two hours, repeatedly taking the girl’s name and insisting on marriage.
Fall from Tower
Sumit Rajput suddenly lost balance and fell from the tower. People present nearby attempted to catch him, but he had already fallen to the ground.
He was immediately taken to the Community Health Centre (CHC), but he died on the way. Gram Pradhan Krishna Kumar Rajput stated that doctors at the CHC declared him dead.
Police have initiated an investigation into the incident.
Background of the Deceased
Sumit Rajput worked in a factory in Rajasthan and had returned to his village three days earlier. He was reportedly distressed over his girlfriend’s marriage. His father had died three years ago. He is survived by his mother and a younger brother.
He was the sole earning member of the family. His younger brother is mentally challenged, and his sister was married five years ago.
Police Action
Police were present at the scene during the incident but were unable to persuade him to come down. Villagers stated that he remained adamant and did not listen to anyone.
