Manali Paragliding Goes Wrong! Pilot Crash Lands On Highway In Video

Over the last few months, India has been witnessing quite a number of sports adventure accidents. Citing the same, many have raised their voices over the issue of lack of safety protocols, skilled instructors, and improper equipment in the country. Amid the same, an alleged old video recently resurfaced on social media, which immediately went viral and yet again left netizens questioning Indian sports adventure arrangements. The clip showed a paraglider crash landing on a highway near Manali, Himachal Pradesh.By the looks of it, the pilot lost control, resulting in him getting off course and falling in the middle of the road. Luckily, the highway was not busy at the time, which saved him from getting hit by vehicles. The video also showed people

rushing to help the fallen pilot. Allegedly, the paraglider only sustained minor injuries.As soon as the video went viral, netizens began to react. Most blamed the paraglider for doing the stunt solo despite not having “proper skills and training”, while others called for stricter rules and regulations around such activities.Times Now could not confirm the details of the post.Check out the viral post: “First doubt… if a car had hit him after he fell in the middle of the highway, would the driver have been held guilty? And with the monsoon already here, why are paragliding activities still being allowed?” the post read.The post was shared on X (formerly Twitter), by the handle ‘iNikhilsaini’. The post was shared 3 days ago and pulled over 18K views from people.

First doubt… if a car had hit him after he fell in the middle of the highway, would the driver have been held guilty? And with the monsoon already here, why are paragliding activities still being allowed? pic.twitter.com/DHXBaR7XSG

— Nikhil saini (@iNikhilsaini) July 5, 2026

Internet’s reaction: “India is not a country for adventure sports if you value your life and your family,” a user said. “Safety and skills in this sort of sport is not something you learn by watching YouTube videos nor with crash instructions steps!” added another person. “First question, how did he even land on the road ? Can't control winds,” added another. “India is not a country for adventure sports if you value your life and your family,” added another person. “They would have surely blamed the vehicle if the man would have cracked on him or something. This is ridiculous,” commented the next.