20-Year-Old Student Dies After Collapsing During Farewell Speech in Maharashtra

Varsha Kharat, a college student with a history of heart issues, suffered a fatal collapse during her speech, sparking calls for greater cardiac health awareness.

Varsha Kharat, a final-year student at RG Shinde College in Dharashiv, collapsed while delivering her farewell speech on April 5, 2025.
She was rushed to a government hospital in Paranda but was declared brought dead upon arrival.
A viral video of the incident shows Varsha laughing and engaging with the audience moments before collapsing.
Reports indicate that Varsha had undergone heart surgery as a child and may have skipped her prescribed heart medication on the day of the event.
Experts and cardiologists emphasize the importance of regular health check-ups to address undiagnosed heart conditions and prevent sudden cardiac arrests.