Tragic Death of Ghaziabad Sisters
Early Wednesday morning, three sisters aged 16, 14, and 12 tragically jumped from the ninth floor of their apartment in Loni, Ghaziabad. Neighbors and security guards immediately called the police after hearing the loud noise. Authorities rushed the girls to a nearby hospital; however, they were declared dead on arrival. Eyewitnesses described the incident as sudden and abnormal, adding that one sister jumped first while the others fell trying to save her.
Gaming Addiction Behind the Tragedy
According to police reports, the sisters were highly addicted to a Korean online “love game.” As a result, they spent most of their time gaming and neglected their studies. The eldest, aged 16, was still in Class 4, while her younger half-sisters attended school irregularly. Furthermore, the parents had recently restricted their mobile phone usage, which may have triggered increased stress and contributed to the tragic act.
Diary Reveals Deep Obsession
Investigators recovered diaries containing apologies, sketches, and repeated references to Korean culture and the game. One note read, “Read everything written in this diary, it is all here…” followed by a crying sketch and a handwritten apology: “Sorry papa, I am really sorry.” In addition, the diaries revealed that the girls strongly identified with the game’s fictional world. Police are currently analyzing their phones to identify the exact app and the in-game tasks that influenced their behavior.
Parental Awareness and Preventive Advice
The girls’ father said he was unaware that the game involved complex tasks. He added that his daughters often expressed a desire to go to Korea. “If I had known, I would have stopped it. No parent would allow this,” he said. Experts emphasize that parents should monitor children’s online activity closely. Furthermore, they advise maintaining open communication and watching for signs of distress. Finally, suicide prevention helplines in India include 011-23389090 (Sumaitri, Delhi) and 044-24640050 (Sneha Foundation, Chennai).
