Gaming Addiction Claims 14-Year-Old Boy's Life

A tragic incident has shaken Bhopal as a 14-year-old schoolboy, Ansh Sahu, was discovered unresponsive in his home. The eighth-grader, the only child of his parents, was reportedly engrossed in online gaming, a habit his family had tried to curb.

Family members stated that Ansh had become increasingly addicted to online games, leading his parents to confiscate his mobile phone. Despite these efforts, he was allegedly playing the game 'Free Fire' on the day of the incident, which also saw a significant deduction from his grandfather's bank account.

Police have taken possession of Ansh's mobile phone and are meticulously examining its contents as part of their investigation. While the family suspects a connection to dangerous online challenges like the Blue Whale game, authorities are awaiting forensic reports before drawing any conclusions. This case echoes a similar tragedy in Uttar Pradesh involving minors and online gaming.

In light of this heartbreaking event, a neighbor has called for stricter regulations on online games, highlighting the potential for severe negative consequences on children. The police have registered a case and are continuing their inquiries, emphasizing that all possibilities are being explored.