Three Children Drown in Ganga While Bathing
In a tragic incident on Sunday, three children drowned in the Ganga river while bathing at Hetanpur Ghat in Bihar's Bhagalpur district. The deceased have been identified as 12-year-old Ravi Kumar, 10-year-old Sonu Kumar, and 8-year-old Priya Kumari, all residents of a nearby village.
Details of the Incident
According to local police, the children had gone to the ghat for a bath in the afternoon. They ventured into deep waters and were swept away by strong currents. Locals attempted to rescue them but succeeded only in retrieving the bodies after an hour-long search. The bodies have been sent for post-mortem examination.
Impact and Reactions
The incident has sent shockwaves through the community. Families of the victims are inconsolable. Local authorities have urged people to be cautious while bathing in the river, especially during the monsoon season when water levels and currents are unpredictable.
