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Top 10 most dangerous countries for taking selfies: Check where does India rank | In Pics

Selfies have become an inseparable part of modern travel and social media culture. But sometimes, the quest for the perfect shot can turn fatal. From high cliffs and busy rail tracks to stormy seas and wild animal zones, dangerous backdrops have claimed hundreds of lives worldwide.

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Edited By: Anurag Roushan @@Candid_Tilaiyan
Published on: August 28, 2025 19:38 IST
In the era of social media, the craze for selfies is at its peak. However, several people across the world have even lost their lives in the pursuit of the perfect selfie. Here is a look at the top 10 most dangerous countries for taking selfies and where India stands on this alarming list.
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In the era of social media, the craze for selfies is at its peak. However, several people across the world have even lost their lives in the pursuit of the perfect selfie. Here is a look at the top 10 most dangerous countries for taking selfies and where India stands on this alarming list.
10 | According to a report by The New York Post citing The Barber Law Firm, Brazil ranks 10th on this list. In this South American nation, 13 people have lost their lives so far while attempting to take selfies.
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10 | According to a report by The New York Post citing The Barber Law Firm, Brazil ranks 10th on this list. In this South American nation, 13 people have lost their lives so far while attempting to take selfies.
09 | Spain holds the ninth spot on the list. In this European country, 13 people met with accidents while trying to take selfies - most of which proved fatal. Tourist attractions and high-altitude spots have been the leading causes of selfie-related mishaps here.
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09 | Spain holds the ninth spot on the list. In this European country, 13 people met with accidents while trying to take selfies - most of which proved fatal. Tourist attractions and high-altitude spots have been the leading causes of selfie-related mishaps here.
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08 | The United Kingdom ranks eighth on this list. In this European nation, 13 people have so far been involved in selfie-related accidents, most of which have turned fatal.
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08 | The United Kingdom ranks eighth on this list. In this European nation, 13 people have so far been involved in selfie-related accidents, most of which have turned fatal.
07 | Kenya holds the seventh spot on this list. In this African nation, 13 people have so far either lost their lives or suffered injuries in selfie-related incidents.
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07 | Kenya holds the seventh spot on this list. In this African nation, 13 people have so far either lost their lives or suffered injuries in selfie-related incidents.
06 | Indonesia ranks sixth on this list. In this Southeast Asian country, 14 people have fallen victim to selfie-related incidents.
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06 | Indonesia ranks sixth on this list. In this Southeast Asian country, 14 people have fallen victim to selfie-related incidents.
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05 | Australia takes the fifth spot on this list. The country witnessed 15 selfie-related incidents, resulting in 13 deaths and 2 injuries.
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05 | Australia takes the fifth spot on this list. The country witnessed 15 selfie-related incidents, resulting in 13 deaths and 2 injuries.
04 | Pakistan holds the fourth position on this list. The South Asian nation recorded 16 selfie-related incidents, and tragically, all 16 resulted in deaths.
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04 | Pakistan holds the fourth position on this list. The South Asian nation recorded 16 selfie-related incidents, and tragically, all 16 resulted in deaths.
03 | Russia ranks third on this list. The country witnessed 19 selfie-related incidents, claiming the lives of 18 people and leaving 1 person injured.
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03 | Russia ranks third on this list. The country witnessed 19 selfie-related incidents, claiming the lives of 18 people and leaving 1 person injured.
02 | The United States ranks second on this list. The country reported 45 selfie-related incidents, where 37 people lost their lives and 8 others were injured while attempting risky selfies.
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02 | The United States ranks second on this list. The country reported 45 selfie-related incidents, where 37 people lost their lives and 8 others were injured while attempting risky selfies.
01 | India tops this unfortunate list, recording the highest number of selfie-related tragedies. A staggering 271 incidents have been reported, with 214 people losing their lives and 57 sustaining injuries while attempting risky selfies.
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01 | India tops this unfortunate list, recording the highest number of selfie-related tragedies. A staggering 271 incidents have been reported, with 214 people losing their lives and 57 sustaining injuries while attempting risky selfies.
It is to be noted here that the above-mentioned figures span from March 2014 to May 2025, covering nearly 11 years and 2 months. However, such a large number of deaths caused by taking selfies can only be termed as unfortunate. Crowded tourist spots, bridges, tall buildings, cliffs, and railway tracks have proven to be some of the most dangerous locations for selfies.
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It is to be noted here that the above-mentioned figures span from March 2014 to May 2025, covering nearly 11 years and 2 months. However, such a large number of deaths caused by taking selfies can only be termed as unfortunate. Crowded tourist spots, bridges, tall buildings, cliffs, and railway tracks have proven to be some of the most dangerous locations for selfies.
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