Poonam Pandey, whose management stated she passed away on Friday, shocked netizens when she posted a video on Instagram announcing that she is alive.
Posting the video on her Instagram account, Pandey penned, “I feel compelled to share something significant with you all – I am here, alive. Cervical Cancer didn’t claim me, but tragically, it has claimed the lives of thousands of women who stemmed from a lack of knowledge on how to tackle this disease. Unlike some other cancers, Cervical Cancer is entirely preventable.”
She also added, “The key lies in the HPV vaccine and early detection tests. We have the means to ensure no one loses their life to this disease. Let’s empower one another with critical awareness and ensure every woman is informed about the steps to take. Visit the link in the bio to delve deeper into what can be done. Together, let’s strive to put an end to the devastating impact of the disease and bring #DeathToCervicalCancer.”
Several Instagram users slammed her for raising awareness as she posted the video. One wrote, “WORST PUBLICITY STUNT EVER!” “Not a good marketing you and marketing company,” another person said.