Man Climbs 100-Foot Tower, Threatens Suicide After Dispute

In a scene reminiscent of a Bollywood drama, a young man in Jharkhand’s Gumla district climbed a mobile tower, threatening to jump after a dispute with his family. The incident, lasting over three hours, involved Ritesh Kumar Singh, also known as Babu, who reportedly had a disagreement with his father and brother regarding property division. After a heated argument, Ritesh ascended the 100-foot tower, causing alarm throughout the village. Police arrived on the scene and attempted to negotiate, but Ritesh remained on the tower for an extended period. Eventually, after extensive efforts, he was brought down but sustained minor injuries and was taken to a hospital. The argument escalated when his wife, Pratima Devi, tried to stop him from leaving the house, leading to physical violence against her. The video of the event has gone viral on social media.