A tense situation unfolded inTarbha town of Subarnapur districton Thursday after a youth climbed a tall telecom tower and remained perched at the top for hours, defying multiple rescue attempts. The incident occurred behind the Marwadi Dharamshala, whereSumit Sahu, a resident of Sunaripada, climbed the tower and refused to descend despite repeated pleas.
Local residents immediately alerted the fire services department, prompting a quick response from rescue teams. Fire personnel and locals attempted to counsel Sumit repeatedly, urging him to come down for his safety. However, he continued to ignore their requests and remained stationed at the top.
Eyewitnesses reported that Sumit was seenspeaking on his mobile phonewhile standing on the tower, though it remains unclear whom he was talking to or whether the conversation was related to his actions.
As of now, the motive behind Sumit’s decision to climb the tower remains unknown. Authorities have not released additional information regarding his mental state or the circumstances leading up to the incident. Fire service officials continue to monitor the situation closely.
