This craze for capturing ‘daring’ acts on photo has led to numerous accidents and, in extreme cases, deaths. Most of the victims are youngsters, for whom their phones have become inseparable appendages. They are reckless in their pursuit of what they think makes a good picture, stopping or going anywhere with little regard for the perils. Even the girls who fell into the sea at Bandstand went to a spot that is known to be dangerous. Locals said that although they warn visitors not go there, hardly anyone pays heed.

Look before you leap — or click, in this case — should be the mantra for youngsters. There are certain designated selfie points in parks in the city, they can stop there and indulge their selfie passion, if they have to.
Parents, teachers and counsellors must drill it into teenagers’ heads that no selfie — or the resulting one minute of fame on social media — is worth the risk. Public spots should now carry warning signs, and perhaps the government can also release public service adverts citing the dangers of such recklessness.

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Selfie buffs, remember, one picture on social media or a thousand likes, is not worth losing your life or limb.