Hyderabad: A tragic incident unfolded when a 25-year-old man reportedly suffered a heart attack while playing badminton at Nagole Stadium in Hyderabad on Sunday evening. The victim, identified as Gundla Rakesh, collapsed during the game and was pronounced dead upon arrival at a nearby hospital. Rakesh, who worked for a private company in Hyderabad, was the son of former Deputy Sarpanch Gundla Venkateswarlu from Tallada in Khammam district.

CCTV footage of the event, which has since gained widespread attention, captures Rakesh participating in a doubles match around 8:00 pm. As he leaned down to retrieve the shuttlecock, he unexpectedly fell to the ground. Other players quickly rushed to help him, with one person attempting CPR before he was transported to the hospital. Medical staff at the hospital confirmed that Rakesh was declared “brought dead.”

The unexpected passing of a seemingly healthy young man has raised public alarm regarding the increasing frequency of cardiac arrests during physical activities, particularly among younger individuals.

Health experts have recommended that individuals undergo regular health screenings to identify potential heart issues. They stressed the importance of lifestyle choices, early detection, and awareness of warning signs in preventing such unfortunate events.