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.