Indian Student Dies In Germany After Jumping From Building To Escape Fire On New Year

The family of Hruthik Reddy had been counting down the days to his return home for Sankranti. Instead of welcoming him at the doorstep, they are now preparing to receive his mortal remains, following his untimely death in a fire accident in Germany on New Year’s Day.

Hruthik Reddy, a 25-year-old student from Telangana, lost his life late Wednesday night after a massive fire broke out at his residence in Berlin. According to initial reports, the blaze spread rapidly through the apartment, filling the space with thick smoke and leaving occupants with little time to react, as per NDTV.

In a desperate attempt to escape the flames and suffocation, Hruthik is believed to have jumped from the upper floor of the building. The fall resulted in critical head injuries. Emergency responders rushed him to a nearby hospital, but despite medical efforts, he succumbed to his injuries during treatment. The incident occurred on New Year’s Day, turning a moment meant for celebration into one of profound loss.