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Bengaluru Mechanic Dies After Heart Attack as Wife Alleges Hospital Negligence and Public Apathy
A 34-year-old Bengaluru mechanic died after suffering a heart attack, with his family alleging hospital negligence and public indifference. CCTV footage shows his wife pleading for help as vehicles passed by. The incident has raised serious concerns about emergency healthcare response in the city.
In a distressing incident in Bengaluru a 34-year-old mechanic died in the early hours of Saturday after suffering a heart attack and allegedly not receiving timely medical assistance.
His wife has accused private hospitals of negligence and passersby of indifference claiming these factors contributed to his death.
The deceased Venkataramanan a resident of Balaji Nagar, Ittamadu, Banashankari III Stage reportedly experienced severe chest pain around 3:30 AM while sleeping at home.
Seeing his condition his wife, Roopa immediately took him to a nearby private hospital in Kathriguppe on their scooter.
No Ambulance, No Help, No Humanity: A Death That Questions Bengaluru
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In a deeply disturbing incident, Bengaluru witnessed a tragic collapse of both emergency care and basic human compassion. Venkataramanan, a 34-year-old mechanic from South Bengaluru, suffered severe chest pain… pic.twitter.com/I7Eb0m65hn
According to her complaint the hospital staff informed them that no doctor was available and advised them to seek treatment elsewhere.
The couple then went to another nearby private hospital where an ECG allegedly confirmed that Venkataramanan had suffered a heart attack.
The doctors there reportedly advised Roopa to take him to Sri Jayadeva Institute of Cardiovascular Sciences for specialized treatment.
Roopa claims that no emergency treatment was initiated and the hospital failed to arrange an ambulance.
Left with no other option, the couple decided to travel to Jayadeva Hospital on their scooter.
Around 4:21 AM just 100 to 200 meters from their home Venkataramanan experienced another severe chest pain. The scooter lost balance and he fell onto the road.
Despite being injured herself, Roopa rushed to her husband’s side and realized his condition was worsening.
CCTV footage from the area shows her desperately pleading with passing vehicles cars, two-wheelers, and a tempo to stop and help.
The heartbreaking aspect of this incident according to the family is that several vehicles passed by without stopping while Venkataramanan was struggling to breathe on the road.
After several agonizing minutes a pedestrian finally stopped to help. Soon after Venkataramanan’s sister arrived and tried to assist.
About seven minutes later, a cab driver finally stopped. By then Venkataramanan had lost consciousness.
His sister attempted to perform cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) before taking him to a nearby hospital where doctors declared him dead.
Venkataramanan worked as a garage mechanic and was married in January 2020.
He is survived by his wife, a five-year-old son and an 18-month-old daughter.
He was his mother’s only surviving child; her other five children had already passed away.
Roopa has demanded action against the private hospital that allegedly failed to provide emergency care or arrange for an ambulance.
She also questioned whether his financial situation contributed to this alleged negligence.
Expressing her anguish over people’s indifference she said the incident highlights the growing lack of empathy in society.
Despite this tragic event, the family made the humane decision to donate Venkataramanan’s eyes. They said they wanted others to receive the gift of sight after his death.
This incident has raised new concerns in the city regarding the preparedness of emergency healthcare services and the responsibility of citizens during medical emergencies.
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Bengaluru Power Cut on February 14: BESCOM Announces Power Outage in Specific Areas from 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM
BESCOM has announced a planned power outage across multiple parts of Bengaluru on February 14, 2026, from 10 AM to 5 PM due to maintenance and infrastructure upgrades. Areas including Jalahalli, Indiranagar, Mysore Road, and central localities will be affected. Residents are advised to prepare in advance.
Residents in several parts of Bengaluru should prepare for a power outage on Friday February 14, 2026. The Bangalore Electricity Supply Company Limited (BESCOM) has announced a power outage from 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM for essential maintenance and infrastructure upgrades.
According to officials, the outage is related to NGEF substation maintenance, KPTCL repair work, feeder line servicing, transformer inspections and major grid upgrades.
The aim is to improve long-term reliability.
Jalahalli and North-West Bengaluru (10 AM – 5 PM):
Power supply disruptions will occur in and around Jalahalli Cross, Gangamma Circle, MES Road, BEL Road, HMT Layout, Kuvempu Layout, DBSandra Block, Kamagondanahalli, Ramachandrapura and surrounding residential areas. Industrial areas like the HMT Industrial Estate may also experience disruptions.
Indiranagar and East Bengaluru (10 AM – 3 PM in some areas):
Power outages may occur temporarily in Indiranagar, HAL 2nd and 3rd Stage, Domlur, Kodihalli, Thippasandra, parts of Old Airport Road and surrounding commercial areas.
Office hubs and IT-related locations in these corridors may be affected.
Mysore Road and West Bengaluru (10 AM – 5 PM):
Mysore Road, Nayandahalli, RV College Road, Kengeri Satellite Town, BHEL Layout, Sunkadakatte, Nagarbhavi and surrounding areas are covered by the shutdown schedule.
Central and other key areas:
Shantinagar, Richmond Town, Austin Town, Neelasandra, Ejipura, Adugodi, Nrupathunga Road, KG Road, SP Road, Cubbonpet Cross, and areas connected to nearby feeders may also experience power disruptions.
Why the Shutdown?
BESCOM and KPTCL have stated that periodic shutdowns are necessary to prevent unexpected outages and stabilize Bengaluru’s burgeoning power network.
While these outages can be disruptive, officials also say they will improve grid reliability.
What Residents Should Do
Charge essential devices and power banks in advance
Keep backup lighting ready
Store water if dependent on electric pumps
Plan meetings and travel accordingly
Timings may vary slightly depending on feeder progress.
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Seven Killed in Multi-Vehicle Crash on Bengaluru STRR Near Hoskote
Seven people were killed in a multi-vehicle crash near M. Satyavara village on Bengaluru’s Hoskote–Dabaspete STRR stretch. The accident involved an SUV, a motorcycle, a truck and another car. Six SUV occupants and the biker died on the spot. Police have launched an investigation into the fatal highway collision.
At least seven people lost their lives in a horrific road accident near M. Satyavara village on the Hoskote-Dubbaspet section of the Satellite Town Ring Road (STRR) on the outskirts of Bengaluru on the morning of February 13.
According to police the collision involved a truck, two SUVs, and a motorcycle. A major accident occurred on the highway.
Preliminary investigations indicate that an SUV traveling from Hoskote to Devanahalli allegedly rear-ended a motorcycle. It’s worth noting that after the initial collision the SUV driver reportedly lost control and collided with a cargo truck.
Another car then became trapped in the debris further aggravating the accident.
The force of the collision completely mangled an SUV.
The SUV’s occupants were trapped. Emergency rescue teams arrived at the scene to rescue those trapped in the twisted metal.
Police have confirmed that six people in the SUV and the motorcyclist died on the spot.
The deceased are believed to be residents of Kothanur, Bengaluru. Surprisingly their identities have not yet been officially confirmed.
The bodies have been taken to Hoskote Government Hospital for postmortem. Authorities have registered a case and launched a detailed investigation to determine the sequence of events and fix responsibility.
The incident has once again raised concerns about speeding and highway safety on the rapidly-constructed STRR corridor.
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Bengaluru Techie Arrested for Allegedly Stabbing Retired Navy Father and Dentist Mother to Death in Vignan Nagar
A 33-year-old tech professional has been arrested for allegedly stabbing his retired Navy officer father and dentist mother to death at their villa in east Bengaluru’s Vignan Nagar. Police suspect a family dispute over financial demands, and further investigation into the motive is underway.
A shocking incident has shocked the people of East Bengaluru. A 33-year-old tech professional has been arrested for allegedly murdering his parents inside their luxurious villa in Vigyan Nagar under the jurisdiction of the HAL police station.
The incident reportedly occurred around 7:30-8 a.m. on Wednesday morning at Adarsh Vista a residential complex near HAL Township.
The victims have been identified as 60-year-old retired Navy Captain Naveen Chandra Bhat and his 55-year-old wife, Dr. Shyamala Bhat, a practicing dentist.
According to police the couple was allegedly attacked by their son, Rohan Chandra Bhat, following a heated argument. Preliminary investigations indicate that Rohan repeatedly stabbed both his parents during the altercation.
Hearing the commotion neighbors rushed to the home and rushed the seriously injured couple to Manipal Hospital on Old Airport Road. Doctors declared them dead shortly after arriving.
Based on a complaint from Madhavi Nair, a neighbor and doctor associated with Manipal Hospital the HAL police have registered a murder case.
The accused was detained and later produced in court.
Police sources revealed that Rohan previously worked as a software engineer in the US and returned to Bengaluru about three years ago. Investigators believe he was trying to raise funds for a business venture and was allegedly pressuring his parents for financial support.
The couple reportedly expressed an inability to meet his demands leading to frequent quarrels. Following the previous altercation, Rohan had been living separately in Varthur.
Authorities are continuing their investigation to determine the exact motive.
The bodies have been sent to Bowring Hospital for a postmortem examination, which will be conducted after the couple’s daughter, who lives in the US arrives in Bengaluru.
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