Viral Video: Youngsters Risk Their Lives for Selfies at 3,000-Foot High Dholkal Ganesh Peak

A shocking video from Dholkal Ganesh, located atop the Bailadila hills in Dantewada at an altitude of 3,000 feet, is going viral on social media. The footage shows six to seven young men ignoring repeated warnings as they risk their lives to take selfies and videos on the edge of a dangerous cliff.

Despite a companion continuously urging them to come down from the perilous peak, the boys disregard his advice and persist in their attempts to capture the perfect photo. In the video, one can be heard saying, “Come on, brother, I’m scared,” while others respond with encouragement to stay for the sake of a good photo.

The video shows some of the boys posing with their arms wide open for selfies, while others hold hands at the summit, surrounded by deep ravines on all sides. Their focus remains on their selfies, showing a blatant disregard for the potentially fatal drop just beneath them.

The person operating the camera can be heard warning, “It’s just 12 feet, not much,” as he tries to persuade his friends to step back to safety, but his cautions go unheeded.

The viral video has sparked concern on social media about the increasing trend of risking lives for selfies, especially among the youth. The authorities have urged tourists and locals alike to be more careful, emphasizing that one reckless moment for a photo could cost a life.

The location, Dholkal Ganesh, is a historic and popular pilgrimage spot, famous for its ancient Ganesh idol perched at the summit. However, this incident serves as a stark reminder of the dangers that come with adventurous but careless behaviour during visits to such treacherous sites.