In a tragic incident in Bhadravathi taluk, four family members are feared to have drowned after going missing on Sunday in the Bhadravathi River Left Bank Canal. The incident unfolded as the family, identified as Neelabai, her children Ravikumar and Shwetha, and son-in-law Parashuram, visited the area for a local festival.
According to preliminary investigations by local police, the tragedy occurred when one family member is believed to have accidentally slipped into the canal while washing clothes. In a desperate rescue attempt, the other members entered the water, leading to all four going missing.
Search operations involving police, fire, and emergency services were initiated immediately. With nightfall hindering efforts, operations were temporarily put on hold to resume the following day. Senior officers surveyed the scene and offered condolences to grieving family members.
(With inputs from agencies.)