Pune: Youth Suffers Facial Burns During Fire Stunt At Ram Navami Procession In Talegaon
Pune: Youth Suffers Facial Burns During Fire Stunt At Ram Navami Procession In Talegaon
Talegaon Dabhade, April 7: A 20-year-old man sustained severe facial burns while attempting a fire-breathing stunt during a Ram Navami procession in Talegaon Dabhade, a town near Pune, on Sunday evening.
According to police officials, the incident occurred during a traditional performance involving mallakhamb—a form of aerial yoga practiced on a vertical pole—when the youth tried to execute a fire-breathing act in front of the crowd.
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A video of the incident has gone viral on social media, showing the exact moment the stunt went wrong, engulfing the performer’s face in flames.
He suffered burns to his face and is currently being treated at a nearby hospital. The extent of his injuries and recovery status are yet to be officially disclosed.
The local police have urged organizers and participants to take adequate safety measures during such public events, especially those involving potentially dangerous performances.
The incident has sparked concern among citizens and raised questions about the enforcement of safety protocols at religious processions and cultural displays.
