A school farewell celebration in Korba, Chhattisgarh, took a dangerous turn as students were caught on camera flaunting traffic rules in a quest for thrills and social media content. The incident, which involved students hanging out of speeding SUVs, recording Instagram reels, and posing for selfies, has raised concerns about safety and responsible behavior among young adults.
The students brazenly disregarded traffic laws, treating city roads as their personal playground. Videos circulating online show them leaning out of moving vehicles and performing stunts, seemingly oblivious to the potential consequences of their actions. The pursuit of creating viral content appeared to overshadow any concern for their own safety or that of others on the road.
This incident isn't an isolated case of students engaging in reckless behavior during farewell celebrations. In January 2025, a similar event occurred where students tumbled off a moving SUV while attempting a dramatic entrance to a farewell party. That event, also captured on video, sparked widespread discussion regarding dangerous stunts.
Reckless behavior during farewell celebrations isn't confined to stunts involving vehicles. In Haridwar, India, students at a farewell party were recorded performing car stunts and firing guns.
The Korba incident highlights a growing trend of prioritizing social media attention over responsible conduct, particularly among young people. The desire to create sensational content for platforms like Instagram and other social media channels seems to be fueling risky behavior, with potentially life-threatening consequences.
Authorities have yet to comment on the specific actions taken against the students involved in the Korba incident. However, the incident serves as a stark reminder of the need for increased awareness and education regarding road safety and responsible behavior. Schools, parents, and community leaders must work together to instill a sense of responsibility in young people and discourage them from engaging in activities that put themselves and others at risk.
