Rajat Kumar, who saved Rishab Pant in 2022, is in critical condition after suicide attempt.

Rajat Kumar, the 25-year-old man who helped save cricketer Rishabh Pant’s life after his car crash in December 2022, is now in critical condition. On February 9, Rajat, along with his girlfriend Manu Kashyap, attempted suicide by poisoning themselves in Muzaffarnagar, Uttar Pradesh. Tragically, Manu did not survive, while Rajat remains in a critical state, battling for his life. The incident reportedly stemmed from the families’ opposition to their relationship due to caste differences. According to sources, both families had arranged different marriages for them, which led the young couple to take this drastic step. A villager noticed them writhing in pain and immediately alerted the authorities. The couple was rushed to nearby hospitals, where Manu was declared dead on arrival. Rajat, on the other hand, was treated for pesticide poisoning, and doctors have noted signs of recovery. After the tragic incident, Manu’s mother filed a complaint, accusing Rajat of abducting her daughter and poisoning her. The police are now investigating the matter, with Muzaffarnagar Superintendent of Police, Satyanarayan Prajapat, confirming that an inquiry is underway. Rajat’s story has shocked the community, as many remember him for his heroic act in December 2022. When Rishabh Pant’s car collided with a divider, it was Rajat and his friend Nitish Kumar who rushed to the scene and helped save the cricketer’s life. At that time, Pant was critically injured, but thanks to the swift action of the two men, he was safely transported to a hospital for urgent care. As a token of gratitude, Pant later gifted scooters to both Rajat and Nitish, who had no idea at the time that the man they saved was a famous cricketer. The emotional twists in Rajat's life now raise questions about the pressures and struggles young people face in a deeply traditional society, highlighting the vulnerability that exists beneath heroism. Source: [Cricket Gully](https://cricketgully.com/cricket-news/man-who-saved-rishabh-pants-life-is-fighting-for-his-own-life-attempts-suicide-with-girlfriend-3418)