Three Youths Drown in Ganga While Trying to Save Aunt During Ceremony in Bhagalpur
Police have opened an investigation into the drownings.
Overview
- The incident occurred around 9:30 am at Dhodha Ghat in the Ghogha police station area during a mundan ceremony.
- The deceased were identified as Krishna Kumar, 26, Sunny Kumar, 24, and Bobby Kumar, 26.
- The three were visiting from Delhi to their native Olapur village to take part in the family ritual.
- Local residents rescued the aunt, Rukmini (also reported as Rukmani) Devi, who was admitted to a private clinic.
- Police and locals recovered the bodies, which were sent for post-mortem, and officers are examining resident claims about illegal sand mining that remain unconfirmed.