Tragedy in Ghaziabad: Three Sisters Die, Leaving Behind Poignant Diary
It was just after 2 a.m. when the quiet of a Ghaziabad apartment complex was shattered by a tragedy no parent ever expects. Three young sisters, barely in their teens, leapt from the ninth floor, leaving behind a chilling diary that hinted at unseen pressures and hidden struggles. Authorities and neighbors were left grappling with a sorrow that seemed almost impossible to comprehend.
The Incident
Earlier this week, Nishika (16), Prachi (14), and Pakhi (12) tragically lost their lives after falling from the ninth floor of their family apartment in Ghaziabad, near New Delhi. Emergency services were alerted at approximately 2:15 a.m. on Wednesday, February 4.
“When we arrived, we confirmed the deaths of three girls — Nishika, Prachi, and Pakhi — daughters of Chetan Kumar,” police stated.
The sisters had left behind an eight-page diary and a note that read:
“Read everything written in this diary, it is all here…” 😢
“Sorry papa, I am really sorry.”
Authorities have recovered the diary and are reviewing its contents as part of the investigation.
Family and Background
The girls had not attended school and had been largely confined to their home for the past two years. Their father, Chetan Kumar, a forex trader, lives with two wives—who are sisters—and five children in total.
According to family reports, the sisters had spent the last two to three years engrossed in a Korean online game that required completing a series of tasks. “They often spoke about wanting to go to Korea,” their father said.
Authorities note that the girls’ dependence on mobile devices may have intensified during the COVID-19 lockdown. Deputy Commissioner of Police Nimish Patel told NDTV, “For the past few days, they had been denied access to a mobile phone, a restriction that appeared to have affected them.”
In emotional remarks, Chetan Kumar said, “This should not happen to any parent or child. I was not aware of the game, or I would have never let them play it.”
Community and Response
The deaths of Nishika, Prachi, and Pakhi have left their family, friends, and the local community in deep grief. Neighbors expressed shock and sorrow at the loss of three young lives under such tragic circumstances.
Conclusion
The sudden loss of these sisters is a stark reminder of the pressures young people may face online, particularly when coupled with isolation or restricted social interaction. While the exact motives behind their deaths remain unclear, their diary and messages underscore the emotional strain they endured.
Families, educators, and authorities are now challenged with supporting children in the digital age, where the line between harmless entertainment and harmful obsession can be heartbreakingly thin.
Rest in peace, Nishika, Prachi, and Pakhi.