Tragedy Strikes as 11 Family Members Drown in Karnataka River
Karnataka: Bommai grieves as 11 of a family drown in Bhatkal river

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In a heartbreaking incident, 11 members of a family drowned while collecting mussels in the Tattihakkal River in Bhatkal taluk, Uttara Kannada district, Karnataka. Former Chief Minister Basavaraj S Bommai and other leaders expressed their condolences, with the Karnataka government announcing compensation for the victims' families.
- 01The drowning occurred while the family was collecting mussels in the Tattihakkal River.
- 02Prime Minister Narendra Modi announced an ex-gratia payment of ₹2 lakh (approximately $2,400 USD) for the victims' families.
- 03Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah expressed deep sorrow and announced a compensation of ₹5 lakh (approximately $6,000 USD) for each deceased family member.
- 04Search and rescue operations are ongoing for additional missing individuals.
- 05Bommai prayed for the recovery of survivors and eternal peace for the deceased.
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A tragic incident unfolded in Bhatkal taluk, Uttara Kannada district, Karnataka, where 11 members of a single family drowned while collecting mussels in the Tattihakkal River. Former Karnataka Chief Minister Basavaraj S Bommai expressed profound grief over the loss, sharing his condolences on social media. Prime Minister Narendra Modi and President Droupadi Murmu also conveyed their sympathies, with Modi announcing an ex-gratia payment of ₹2 lakh (approximately $2,400 USD) for the families of the deceased. Chief Minister Siddaramaiah further expressed his sorrow and declared a compensation of ₹5 lakh (approximately $6,000 USD) for each victim's family. The Chief Minister noted that some individuals are still missing, prompting ongoing search and rescue efforts in the area. Siddaramaiah emphasized the need for prayers for the missing individuals to return safely to their families. This incident has deeply affected the community, highlighting the risks associated with such activities in natural water bodies.
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The tragedy has affected the local community, highlighting the dangers associated with collecting mussels in rivers.
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