Tragic Drowning Incident in Ballia Claims Four Lives, Including Two Minors
Four drown in Ganga at Ballia ghat; CM Yogi expresses grief
Hindustan Times
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Four individuals, including two minor girls, drowned in the Ganga River at Shivrampur Ghat in Ballia district, Uttar Pradesh, India, while attempting to take selfies. Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath expressed deep sorrow over the incident, emphasizing the dangers of such activities near water bodies.
- 01Four people drowned in the Ganga River at Shivrampur Ghat in Ballia district.
- 02The victims included two sisters aged 17 and 12.
- 03Attempts to rescue the girls led to the drowning of two young men.
- 04Local authorities launched a rescue operation, recovering all bodies.
- 05Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath and Deputy Chief Minister Keshav Prasad Maurya expressed their condolences.
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A tragic incident occurred at Shivrampur Ghat in Ballia district, Uttar Pradesh, India, where four people drowned in the Ganga River. The victims included two minor girls, Harshita Chauhan, 17, and Nandita Chauhan, 12, who ventured into deeper waters while taking selfies. In an attempt to save them, Arun Chauhan, 20, and Arjun Chauhan, 19, also drowned. Local police launched a rescue operation involving divers and a fire brigade, ultimately recovering all four bodies. Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath expressed his grief on social media, highlighting the dangers of taking selfies near water bodies and offering condolences to the families affected by this heartbreaking loss. Deputy Chief Minister Keshav Prasad Maurya also shared his sorrow over the incident, praying for peace for the departed souls and strength for their families.
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This incident highlights the dangers associated with recreational activities near water bodies, prompting local authorities to consider safety measures.
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