Mohali: A 23-year-old man from Chandigarh died after collapsing while exercising at a gym in Mohali on Wednesday. The incident occurred while he was performing leg exercises, with his wife and a friend working out nearby.
The deceased, identified as Mukesh Rajput, a resident of Sector 56, Chandigarh, had gone to Fit Expo Gym in Phase 3B2, Mohali, along with his wife Sandhya and friend Aman.
According to eyewitnesses, Mukesh suddenly felt dizzy while doing leg exercises and collapsed on the floor. He lost consciousness within seconds, triggering panic among other gym-goers.
His wife, friend and gym staff immediately rushed to his aid and shifted him to a nearby private hospital, where doctors declared him dead despite efforts to revive him.
The incident comes just five months after Mukesh’s marriage. Family members said the couple had a love marriage in January this year. His sudden death has left the family in deep shock.
Police from Mataur police station reached the spot after receiving information and launched an investigation. CCTV footage from the gym has been taken into possession, while statements of family members are being recorded.
Police said the exact cause of death would be known only after the post-mortem report is received. Investigators are also examining whether there was any negligence on the part of the gym management, including whether a trainer was present when the incident occurred.
Mukesh is survived by his wife, parents, an elder brother and four sisters. One of his sisters lives abroad, and family members said he was also planning to move overseas.
