Rising Trend of Dangerous Stunts in Surat Triggers Police Crackdown

Surat: Mobile Store Owner Performs Stunts on Varachha Road for Promotion, Young Woman Narrowly Escapes Accident
Promotional Stunts Cause Traffic Disruption on Varachha Road

A video from Surat’s Varachha area has gone viral on social media, showing a mobile store owner performing reckless stunts on the road as part of a promotional campaign. The incident, which took place near Poddar Arcade, involved distributing gifts such as iPhones and earbuds from an open jeep. During the stunt, a young woman attempting to grab a gift from the moving vehicle narrowly avoided a serious accident. Following the viral video, the Varachha police have launched an investigation into the matter.

Traffic Jam Created to Gain Social Media Followers and Promote the Store
According to reports, Havmor Mobiles, a well-known store in Poddar Arcade, staged the stunt as a marketing gimmick to attract customers and increase social media followers. Disregarding traffic laws, the shop owner and his team blocked public roads, causing congestion. The promotion, inspired by the popular “Money Heist” theme, featured individuals performing dangerous stunts on cars and jeeps while handing out free gifts.

Young Woman Escapes Accident While Reaching for a Gift
As part of the promotional event, gifts were being distributed from an open jeep to people on the road. In a risky moment, a young woman trying to collect a gift almost met with an accident. The entire incident was recorded and quickly spread on social media, drawing public attention and police scrutiny.

Increase in Stunt Videos on Social Media
There has been a growing trend in Surat where individuals perform dangerous stunts to gain viral fame on social media. Several such videos have surfaced in recent months, prompting authorities to take strict action. In previous incidents, police have penalized offenders and even made them publicly apologize. Despite these measures, reckless stunts continue to be recorded and shared online. Officials are now considering stricter enforcement and harsher penalties to curb such dangerous activities.

The Varachha police are currently investigating the case and may take legal action against those responsible for endangering public safety.