Assam: In a heartbreaking incident, 18-year-old Srijana Devi, a first-semester BSc student at Lokanayak Omeo Kumar Das College, tragically passed away while performing on stage during a cultural event in Garuduba, Sonitpur, Assam.
Srijana was participating in a dance performance as part of the Lakshmi Purnima celebrations when she suddenly collapsed, leaving the audience and organizers in shock. Despite immediate efforts to revive her, she could not be saved.
Srijana was known for her vibrant personality, balancing her studies with a passion for cultural activities. Her untimely death has left the local community in mourning, casting a somber tone over what was meant to be a joyous celebration.
Her last rites were conducted today on the banks of the Belsiri River, with family, friends, and community members gathering to bid a tearful farewell.
The tragic incident has sparked discussions about the need for prompt medical assistance during large public events, as the community grieves this young life lost too soon.