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Puttur: 20-year-old college student collapses to death while working out at gym

  •   Sun, Sep 06 2026 09:00:11 AM
  •  By Daijiworld Media Network

Daijiworld Media Network - Puttur

Puttur, Sep 6: In a tragic incident, a 20-year-old college student collapsed and died while working out at a gym here on Saturday afternoon.

The deceased has been identified as Shamik Rai, son of Ramesh Rai and Yashodha, residents of Kunjurupanja in Aryapu village.

Shamik, known to be a bright student, was pursuing his degree at a private college in Puttur and was simultaneously preparing for his Chartered Accountancy (CA) examinations. He had been a regular at the gym for quite some time. On Saturday, as usual, he went to the gym and was in the middle of his workout when he suddenly collapsed. Though he was immediately rushed to a hospital in Puttur, the doctors declared him brought dead.

A post-mortem examination was conducted at the Puttur government hospital. The Puttur town police have registered a case in connection with the incident.

Shamik is survived by his parents, a sister, and a large circle of relatives. Puttur MLA Ashok Rai and other dignitaries visited the hospital to offer their condolences and console the grieving family members.

 

 
  

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  • Rita, Germany

    Mon, Sep 07 2026

    Very sad .Heartfelt sympathies to family.These days one hears body bilding not only in Gyms but taking tabs for muscle build,is increased.God knows what all things are on the market everyday someone praising this and that in TV ;ADVT:May his soul rest in peace.What is the result of post martum?

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  • Sevsyl Dsouza, Canada

    Sun, Sep 06 2026

    Building muscle does not always require strenuous gym workouts, because strength can also develop through consistent movement. Yoga, walking, and daily routine work can be excellent choices for overall fitness and functional strength. Some people are naturally leaner, and their bodies may not respond dramatically to muscle‑building efforts. For them, focusing on sustainable activity rather than chasing bulk may be the healthiest approach.

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  • real kujuma, kodial

    Sun, Sep 06 2026

    whole world is running behind muscles, protein and building body by lifting weights. But we should be cautious. there is limit for everything..very sad to know about this young man. May his soul RIP

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  • Flavian, Mangalore

    Sun, Sep 06 2026

    Machoman figure has bcome a craze these days among many youngsters. In Bollyhood film industry too the craving for building muscles and 5 pack figure is every 2nd actors dream. Young boys in the goal of achieving good body shape do workouts and weight lifting without proper nutrients and physicians guidance. Over excertion too dangerous.

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  • Rodrigues Rudolf, Mangalore-Mumbai

    Sun, Sep 06 2026

    RIP! Such instant death incidents, in otherwise young and healthy individuals, were never happening before the introduction of the killer jab!

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