Tragedy struck a family's picnic in Lonavala near Pune on Sunday as four members, including three children, were washed away in a waterfall accident. Among the survivors was a newlywed couple who is now recuperating in the hospital. As details of the victims and the rescue operation emerge, a purported video of the accident has gone viral on social media.
A day of fun turned tragic for a family in Pune as they lost three members, including two minors, in a drowning accident. The incident occurred at a waterfall in Lonavala's Bhushi Dam area, leaving the family devastated. Efforts are on to find the missing children, with a rescue operation involving the Lonavala Police and emergency services still ongoing. Stay updated on the latest developments through Gulf News' dedicated WhatsApp channel for breaking news alerts.
The joyous outing for a family turned tragic when five members of the family, were swept away in the waterfall near Bhushi Dam in Pune’s Lonavala area. The rescue team has recovered the body of 9-year-old girl Mariya Ansari, but the search for the 4-year-old Adnan Ansari is still ongoing. The police, Navy divers and other rescue teams have resumed the search on the second day. This unfortunate incident serves as a reminder to be cautious while enjoying nature.
Heavy rain in Maharashtra's Lonavala led to the overflowing of Bhushi Dam, resulting in a family of six being swept away by the strong currents. Authorities have recovered two bodies so far and halted rescue operations for the day, with plans to resume tomorrow morning. In separate incidents, three more individuals have drowned in Delhi due to heavy rain. This serves as a reminder of the dangers of water activities during monsoon season.