Tragic Drowning Incident Claims Eight Lives in Karnataka
Karnataka tragedy: 8 of a family drown; President Murmu condoles
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Eight members of a family drowned while collecting black clams at Tatthehakalu beach near Bhatkal in Uttara Kannada district, Karnataka. President Droupadi Murmu and Chief Minister Siddaramaiah expressed condolences, while the state government announced compensation of ₹5 lakh ($6,000 USD) for each victim's family. Search and rescue operations are ongoing for missing individuals.
- 01The incident occurred at Tatthehakalu beach, where the family was collecting black clams.
- 02Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah described the event as extremely tragic and expressed his sorrow.
- 03The Karnataka government will provide ₹5 lakh ($6,000 USD) compensation to the families of the deceased.
- 04Prime Minister Narendra Modi announced an ex-gratia payment of ₹2 lakh ($2,400 USD) to each family affected.
- 05Search and rescue operations are ongoing for additional missing persons.
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On Sunday, President Droupadi Murmu expressed her condolences following the tragic drowning of eight family members at Tatthehakalu beach in Bhatkal, Uttara Kannada district, Karnataka. The victims were reportedly collecting black clams when they drowned. In her message, President Murmu conveyed her deep sorrow and prayed for the recovery of the injured. Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah also expressed his grief, labeling the incident as extremely tragic. In response, the Karnataka government announced a compensation of ₹5 lakh (approximately $6,000 USD) for each victim's family. Additionally, Prime Minister Narendra Modi extended his condolences and announced an ex-gratia payment of ₹2 lakh (around $2,400 USD) to the affected families. The Chief Minister noted that search and rescue operations are ongoing, as some individuals remain missing. He urged the community to pray for their safe return.
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The drowning incident has devastated the local community, affecting the families of the victims and prompting government support.
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