Bike stunts resurface on Jabalpur flyover:Police catch youth performing dangerous stunts, make him do squats

Despite repeated police warnings, stunts and reels continue to be filmed on Jabalpur’s largest flyover, putting performers and passersby at serious risk. Recently, a video surfaced online showing a youth performing a dangerous stunt on a bike at high speed. Acting on the video, police located the young man along with the bike and initiated action under the Motor Vehicle Act. The youth has been identified as Hrithik Jain, 25, son of Anil Jain, a resident of Jhanda Chowk, Jabalpur. Hrithik had earlier uploaded the video showing stunts on an unregistered motorcycle at the Rani Durgavati Flyover, one of the city’s busiest flyovers. The video quickly went viral on social media, drawing criticism from citizens for the dangerous behavior. Police response and corrective measures Under the directives of Jabalpur SP Sampat Upadhyay, any individual performing stunts or creating dangerous reels on the flyover is subject to strict action. Following this order, the Ranjhi police, led by CSP Satish Sahu and SHO Umesh Golhani, launched a search for Hrithik Jain after the video surfaced online. Upon locating him, police brought Hrithik to the station along with his bike. As a corrective measure, he was made to perform squats and issued a stern warning that any repetition of such stunts would result in strict legal action. The police also registered a challan under the Motor Vehicle Act. Hrithik reportedly assured authorities that he would not attempt such stunts again in the future. Dangerous stunts becoming a trend This incident is not isolated. Within days of the inauguration of the Rani Durgavati Flyover on 23 August by Union Minister Nitin Gadkari and CM Dr. Mohan Yadav, multiple reels and dangerous videos surfaced from the site. The flyover, designed to improve traffic flow in Jabalpur, has unfortunately become a hotspot for risky social media stunts. In one viral video, several youths were seen sitting on the roof and doors of a moving car, recording reels and taking selfies. Passersby captured the footage and uploaded it to social media, prompting public outrage. Many noted that such acts endangered not only the performers but also nearby traffic and pedestrians. Another video showed six minors riding a single motorcycle at high speed. Some of the bikes involved lacked proper registration plates, violating traffic rules. Friends on adjacent motorcycles were filming and photographing the stunts, further endangering everyone on the flyover. Yet another reel showed youths climbing the flyover railing, posing dangerously for Instagram content. Citizens commenting on the videos expressed concern over the structural integrity of the bridge and the safety of those attempting such stunts. Police warn against reckless behavior ASPP Pallavi Shukla stressed that these stunts are extremely hazardous. The police department has assured citizens that patrols will be increased in the flyover area, and individuals performing dangerous activities will be rounded up and held accountable under law. “This flyover is a public structure meant for safe commuting. Any act that puts lives at risk will not be tolerated,” Shukla said. Authorities have called upon parents and guardians to ensure minors do not attempt such stunts and reminded citizens to report reckless behavior immediately. Social media and responsibility The rise of social media reels and viral content has created a culture where risk-taking is glorified. Experts say that such videos encourage copycat behavior among youth, leading to potential accidents. Police and city administration officials have urged young people to prioritize safety over likes and views, highlighting the legal and personal consequences of reckless stunts. With repeated incidents coming to light, Jabalpur police have made it clear that anyone caught performing stunts on flyovers, bridges, or busy roads will face legal action, including penalties under the Motor Vehicle Act. Public awareness campaigns and stricter patrolling are being planned to curb these dangerous trends and ensure commuter safety.