A tragedy unfolded in Ghaziabad’s India City Society on Wednesday night when three minor sisters died after jumping from a high-rise building. The incident occurred around 2:30 AM, shattering the silence with cries as the girls, aged 12, 14, and 16, ended their lives. The event, which took place in the Tila Mod area, has sent shockwaves through the community, prompting questions about the circumstances that led to this devastating outcome.
The Victims
The deceased sisters have been identified as Nishika (16), Prachi (14), and Pakhi (12). They lived with their father, Chetan Kumar, in flat number 907 of Tower B-1 in India City. The sisters were students who also spent considerable time engaged with mobile phones and online gaming. Family members describe the three as being particularly close to one another.
How the Incident Occurred
Preliminary investigations reveal the three sisters reached the balcony of the ninth floor late at night. They reportedly used a two-step ladder to climb over the railing before jumping one by one. Family members were reportedly asleep and unaware of the girls’ actions. The sisters fell to the ground floor, where they were pronounced dead.
The Investigation
Police responded to the scene after receiving a call around 2:15 AM. ACP Atul Kumar Singh confirmed the deaths were a result of the fall and stated the case is being investigated as a potential suicide. A suicide note was recovered at the scene, containing the words “Mummy Papa Sorry,” along with references to a diary. Both the note and diary are being examined as crucial pieces of evidence.
A Possible Link to Online Gaming
The girls’ father, Chetan Kumar, has attributed the tragedy to an online, Korean task-based ‘lover game’ the sisters had been playing. He claims the final task in the game was dangerous and that the girls took their lives while attempting to complete it. Police have seized the sisters’ mobile phones to investigate their digital activity, including chats, gaming apps, and contacts.
Police investigations have revealed that 14-year-old Prachi was the leader within the game, directing her sisters through the tasks. The sisters shared all aspects of their lives, including meals, sleep, school, and gaming, and reportedly took this final step together. Authorities have also learned the girls expressed a desire to marry a Korean boy and were reportedly fascinated by Korean culture, a factor that had caused concern within the family.
Escalating Tensions
According to family members, the girls developed a mobile gaming addiction during the COVID-19 pandemic, as online schooling increased their screen time. Police also noted the girls had been attending school irregularly in recent times. Tensions within the family reportedly escalated when attempts were made to restrict the girls’ mobile phone use, potentially contributing to their distress.
Frequently Asked Questions
What was found in the suicide note?
The suicide note contained the words “Mummy Papa Sorry” and referenced a diary, suggesting a message of apology to their parents.
What role did online gaming play in this tragedy?
The girls’ father believes an online ‘lover game’ played a role, claiming the final task was dangerous. Police are investigating the girls’ online activity to determine the extent of its influence.
What is the police doing now?
Police are currently examining mobile data, gaming apps, the diary, statements from family members, and digital links to understand the circumstances leading to the tragedy.
What factors might contribute to such a tragic outcome, and how can families better support the mental well-being of their children in an increasingly digital world?
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