In a tragic incident reported by Qaumi Awaz Stories on February 4, 2026, a 14-year-old boy named Ansh Sahu from Bhopal, Madhya Pradesh, took his own life due to an addiction to the online game 'Free Fire'. The article describes how Ansh, who was in the eighth grade and the only child of his parents, lost 28,000 rupees in the game. Fearing the repercussions of this financial loss, he hanged himself at home while his parents were attending a social event. The report highlights the devastating impact on the family, stating, 'یہ منطر دنیا میں کسی ماں باپ کو کبھی نہ دیکھنا پڑے'. No suicide note was found, but the police recovered his mobile phone, which he used to play the game. This incident has raised concerns about the influence of online gaming on young minds and the potential financial and emotional consequences.