Heart-stopping moment: Video shows child sitting dangerously on the balcony grill of Ghaziabad high-rise

A video from a Ghaziabad high-rise has stirred strong emotions online, with many viewers stopping mid-scroll in shock. Shared widely on social media, the clip has brought fresh attention to everyday safety concerns inside residential buildings, especially when children are involved.The short video shows a child sitting on the balcony grill of a high-rise apartment in Ghaziabad. The child is seen at a risky height, with his legs hanging outside the balcony. The visuals quickly went viral and left many users deeply unsettled.The incident took place at Angel Jupiter Society in Indirapuram, as mentioned in a report by India Today. The video was recorded by a neighbour from a nearby tower after noticing the child in a dangerous position.According to the India Today report, soon after the video surfaced, family members intervened and safely rescued the child. They later said the child suffers from autism, which affects his behaviour and makes continuous supervision necessary. According to the family, a brief lapse in attention led to the situation.The child was rescued safely.The video triggered an emotional response across social media platforms. Many users expressed shock and urged parents to remain alert, especially in high-rise homes.“For safety reasons, children must be accompanied by an elder. Hope this child is safe, and after watching this many parents will take measures to provide a more secure environment,” a user commented.Another user said, “My heartbeat stopped for a second.”As the video continued to circulate, discussions online focused on prevention. Users highlighted the need for child-proof balcony grills and constant adult supervision to avoid such potentially dangerous situations in apartment buildings.Disclaimer: The video described in this article is circulating on social media. The Times of India has not independently verified the content, and the views expressed by social media users are their own.Thumb image: Instagram