Tragedy at Ramlila: Performer Dies of Heart Attack On Stage

During a Ramlila performance in Shahdara, 56-year-old Sushil Kaushik suffered a fatal heart attack while portraying Lord Rama. A founding member of the 'Jai Shri Ramlila' committee, Kaushik collapsed backstage during a key scene. His death led to discussions on a potential link to the COVID vaccine.

A 56-year-old man shockingly passed away due to a heart attack while performing at a Ramlila event in Vishwakarma Nagar, Shahdara, as reported by local authorities on Sunday. The deceased, Sushil Kaushik, was a well-known property dealer and an active Ramlila participant.

A senior police officer mentioned receiving a report from a nearby hospital about the incident during the performance. Video evidence suggests Kaushik experienced chest pain on stage, compelling him to step backstage where he eventually collapsed.

Although family members suspect no foul play, they confirmed ongoing police investigations into the incident. Kaushik had been an integral part of the 'Jai Shri Ramlila' committee since 1987, with his sudden demise sparking conversations about potential connections to the COVID-19 vaccine, as stated by Health Minister Saurabh Bharadwaj.

(With inputs from agencies.)