LUCKNOW, Feb. 9 -- The family of a medical representative (MR), who was killed by a 'Chinese manjha' on Wednesday, is struggling to cope with not only the shock of the loss but also a crushing financial burden of nearly Rs.35 lakh in outstanding loans.

Mohammad Shoaib, 35, was riding his motorcycle on Haiderganj flyover here when the sharp kite string got stuck around his neck and fatally injured him.

Speaking to some media persons, Shoaib's wife Fauzia said he was the sole earning member of the family and had been under duress due to mounting loans, most of which were taken to buy and renovate their house in Sheet Vihar Colony of Dubagga.

"He was worried about the debt all the time. The responsibility of his family and the loans was a...