270-kg weight falls on 17-year-old gold medal-winning powerlifter Yashtika in gym, she dies
Tragedy struck a powerlifting gym in Bikaner, Rajasthan when a 17-year-old junior national games gold medal-winning powerlifter, Yashtika Acharya, died after a 270-kg weight fell on her neck during practice. The incident has sent shockwaves across the country, leaving everyone in awe and grief.
According to reports, Yashtika was training with her coach at a gym in Bikaner district when the weight fell on her neck. The weight, which was being lifted by her coach, slipped off his hands and came crashing down on Yashtika’s neck. Despite being rushed to the hospital, Yashtika was declared dead on arrival.
The incident has left the powerlifting community in a state of shock and sadness. Yashtika’s coach, who was assisting her during the training session, also suffered minor injuries in the incident.
Yashtika, a junior national games gold medal-winning powerlifter, was known for her exceptional strength and determination. She had won several accolades in the sport and was considered one of the most promising young powerlifters in the country.
The incident has raised concerns about the safety measures in place at gyms and powerlifting training centers. Many experts have pointed out that accidents like this can be prevented with proper training and equipment.
“This is a tragic incident and it’s a wake-up call for all of us to ensure that our training centers and gyms are safe and secure for our athletes,” said a senior powerlifting coach.
Yashtika’s death has also sparked a debate about the risks involved in powerlifting and the need for greater safety measures. While powerlifting is a high-risk sport, many experts believe that with proper training and equipment, accidents like this can be prevented.
“It’s a high-risk sport, but that’s what makes it exciting and challenging. But accidents like this can be prevented with proper training and equipment,” said a powerlifting enthusiast.
As the news of Yashtika’s death spreads, tributes have been pouring in for the young powerlifter. Her fans and fellow athletes have taken to social media to pay their respects and offer condolences to her family.
Yashtika’s death is a tragic reminder of the risks involved in sports and the importance of safety measures. It’s a loss that will be deeply felt by the powerlifting community and beyond.
