A Class 10 student collapsed and died of a heart attack outside her school in Kamareddy district on Thursday. The 16-year-old, identified as Sri Nidhi, complained of chest pain while walking to school. A teacher noticed her distress and rushed her to a nearby hospital, where doctors administered cardiopulmonary resuscitation. She was declared dead shortly after.
Sri Nidhi was from Singarayapalli village in Ramareddy mandal and was staying in Kamareddy to attend a private school. Her sudden death has left teachers and students in shock. Police said her body has been sent to her hometown for final rites.
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Medical experts have reported a rise in sudden cardiac arrests among young individuals. A similar incident occurred last year when a 14-year-old boy from Aligarh’s Sirauli village suffered a fatal heart attack while preparing for a school event.
Experts warn that sudden cardiac arrests have increased by 22% in the past two decades. They advise immediate medical attention if a child experiences chest pain or shortness of breath.