Tragic Drowning Incident in Morni River Claims Life of 20-Year-Old
Panchkula: Out for a swim, 20-yr-old city resident drowns in Morni river
Hindustan Times
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A 20-year-old man named Abhishek from Chandigarh drowned while swimming in the Morni River at Thapli village, Haryana, India. Despite efforts to rescue him, he was declared dead at the hospital. This incident highlights ongoing safety concerns, as local authorities have previously warned against swimming in the river.
- 01Abhishek, a 20-year-old student, drowned while swimming in the Morni River.
- 02He was with a group of friends who attempted to rescue him.
- 03Local police have issued warnings about the dangers of swimming in the river.
- 04A cautionary board has been placed at the site to deter swimmers.
- 05This incident is part of a troubling pattern of drownings in the area.
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On Sunday afternoon, Abhishek, a 20-year-old resident of Ram Darbar Colony in Chandigarh, drowned in the Morni River at Thapli village, Haryana, India. He was swimming with a group of friends when he ventured into deep waters around 3 PM and was swept away. Despite immediate rescue efforts by his friends and locals, he was pronounced dead upon arrival at the civil hospital in Sector 6. The local police, led by sub-inspector Jagdish Kumar, confirmed that no foul play is suspected, and a daily diary report has been filed. This tragic incident underscores ongoing safety concerns, as authorities have repeatedly warned against swimming in the river due to its dangers, and a cautionary board has been installed. Unfortunately, such warnings have not deterred youths from swimming in the area, leading to previous incidents of drowning.
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This incident raises awareness about the dangers of swimming in the Morni River, prompting discussions about public safety and the need for stricter enforcement of warnings.
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