UP Police: 4 Drowned While Bathing in a River after Holi; 3 Bodies Found
At least 4 people died due to drowning while bathing in the Gomti River after holi celebrations in Uttar Pradesh, officials said on Thursday.
Gomti, UP: At least 4 people died due to drowning while bathing in the Gomti River after holi celebrations in Uttar Pradesh, officials said on Thursday.
"Four people drowned in Sitakund Ghat of Gomti river. They all drowned while attempting to save each other. Three bodies were recovered on Wednesday, while the fourth body was recovered on Thursday afternoon, " Jasjit Kaur, District Magistrate, Sultanpur told ANI.
Ms Kaur said that the age of the four drowned youths is between 18 and 32.
"Their bodies have been sent for postmortem. We have informed the families of the deceased," Ms Kaur added.
"District administration is making arrangements for their cremation. A compensation of ₹ 4 lakh will be provided to the kin of each victim, " Ms Kaur said.
After getting the information, District Magistrate, Jasjit Kaur along with police officials reached the spot and took stock of the rescue operation.
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