Popular YouTuber and Bigg Boss 17 contestant Anurag Dobhal was seriously injured after his car crashed into a road divider while he was live-streaming on Instagram. The accident occurred on the Delhi-Meerut Expressway. He is currently undergoing treatment in critical condition at Subharti Hospital.
Authorities said Dobhal, widely known online as UK07 Rider, was driving at high speed during the live broadcast when the accident took place. The stream reportedly showed the car moving at high velocity moments before it suddenly lost control and slammed into the divider. The crash was captured live, and clips from the video quickly spread across social media.
Preliminary information suggests the car was travelling at around 150 kilometres per hour at the time of the crash. Police said an investigation is underway to determine the exact cause of the accident.
Accident captured during live stream
Officials confirmed that Dobhal was interacting with viewers on Instagram while driving. People watching the stream saw the vehicle speeding along the expressway shortly before the crash.
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Authorities are examining whether the accident occurred due to speeding or other possible factors. They said the investigation will review available footage and other evidence before concluding.
Dobhal was rushed to Subharti Hospital immediately after the crash. Hospital officials have not released detailed information about the extent of his injuries. His condition is being closely monitored.
Recent personal stress
The incident has also drawn attention because of comments Dobhal reportedly made during the live stream. According to online reports, he hinted that it might be his "last video".
In recent days, Dobhal had spoken publicly about facing mental pressure and alleged harassment from some family members following his intercaste marriage. Several reports claim he had been under stress due to these personal issues.
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A few days before the accident, he had also discussed his mental state in a YouTube video and referred to it as his "last video".
Dobhal, a resident of Dehradun, is one of India’s most well-known motovloggers. His YouTube channel 'UK07 Rider' has more than seven million subscribers and features videos related to motorbike rides, travel and automobile reviews. His popularity grew further after his appearance on the reality show Bigg Boss 17.
