Requested sick leave at 8.37 am, Cardiac Arrest at 8.47 am; devastating X post of Boss about his colleague Shankar's death shocks internet
BENGALURU: A 40-year-old man died suddenly of a heart attack few minutes after sending a message to his boss requesting sick leave. The incident, which took place on September 13, 2025, has everyone in deep shock, highlighting how even seemingly healthy people can face unexpected health emergencies. Shankar, who had been with the company for six years, was described by his manager KV Iyyer as a “fit and healthy” team member who led a disciplined lifestyle. He was married and the father of a child, and never tasted alcohol or smoked.
KV Iyyer's X post
DEVASTATING INCIDENT WHICH HAPPENED TODAY MORNING :- One of my colleague, Shankar texted me today morning at 8.37 am with a message
"Sir, due to heavy backpain I am unable to come today. So please grant me leave." Such type of leave requests, being usual, I replied "Ok take rest". And the day continued normally.
At 11 am, I received a call that shook me like never before. The person calling me told that Shankar has passed away. I didn't believe it in the first instance. I called another colleague to reconfirm and to get his residence address. Got the address and rushed to his house. He was NO MORE.
He was in my team for the last 6 years. Just 40 years of age, healthy & fit. Married with a child. No Smoking and Never tasted Alcohol.
He suffered a Cardiac Arrest. Whats shocking is he texted me for leave at 8.37 am & he breathed his last at 8.47 am. A man, while he was conscious, messages me 10 minutes before his last breath. COMPLETELY SHOCKED.
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