Three minor sisters aged 12, 14, and 16 died by suicide in Ghaziabad early in the morning. The tragic incident has shocked the country and triggered widespread concern.
Police recovered a suicide note from the scene. In the note, the sisters apologised to their parents and referred to their deep emotional attachment to an online Korean task-based game.
Initial investigation suggests the girls were heavily involved with a mobile game linked to Korean content. Officials believe prolonged usage led to emotional dependency. Their phones and online activity are now under detailed examination.
In recent years, Korean dramas and K-pop culture have gained massive popularity worldwide. In India too, especially among young girls, the fan following has grown rapidly. Because of this, parents may not have viewed such interests as harmful.
Earlier incidents involving dangerous online games have also been linked to suicides. This has raised serious concerns about digital safety for minors.
Experts stress that parents must closely monitor changes in children’s behaviour, habits, and emotional well-being. Early signs of withdrawal or obsession should not be ignored.
There is also growing demand for strict action against those who create and promote harmful online games. Ensuring children’s safety in the digital space has become an urgent priority.
Tragic news from Ghaziabad: Three minor sisters (aged 12, 14, & 16) died by suicide early today after jumping from the 9th-floor balcony of their apartment in Bharat City Society.
Police suspect addiction to an online task-based Korean “lover” game, which they played… pic.twitter.com/WOO181tx6f
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