Ranchi Teenager Drowns in Khunti's Remta Dam
In a tragic incident, an 18-year-old boy from Ranchi drowned in Remta Dam located in Khunti district on Tuesday. The victim, identified as Vivek, had gone to the dam with four of his friends for an outing.
Details of the Incident
According to Khunti Sub-Divisional Police Officer (SDPO) Varun Rajak, Vivek and his friends ventured into the water for a bath. While bathing, Vivek got into difficulty and drowned. His friends immediately raised an alarm, but they were unable to rescue him.
A team from the National Disaster Response Force (NDRF) was called to the scene. After an extensive search operation, the NDRF team recovered Vivek's body in the evening hours of the same day.
Family Background
In a poignant twist, Vivek's father is a police constable who serves in the security team of Jharkhand Chief Minister Hemant Soren. This connection has added a layer of sorrow to the incident, highlighting the personal tragedy within the law enforcement community.
The local authorities have initiated an investigation into the drowning. They are also emphasizing the importance of water safety, especially in unsupervised areas like dams and rivers.
This incident serves as a stark reminder of the dangers associated with swimming in open water bodies without proper safety measures. The community in Ranchi and Khunti is mourning the loss of the young boy, and condolences are pouring in for the bereaved family.
