Two Young Brothers Die After Drowning In Bawana Canal; One Body Recovered, Search On For 9-Year-Old News24 –

Delhi: A shocking event unfolded in northwest Delhi on Thursday, where two young children died after allegedly drowning in the Bawana Canal. Police informed that both the boys were brothers. The body of a 12-year-old boy has been recovered while search is underway to find his 9-year-old young brother. Further Details are awaited in the matter.

Boy Dies After Drowning In Open Drain

The Bawana Canal, an important source of water for Delhiites, is a sub-branch of the Munak Canal. In yet another similar incident that took place in Delhi’s Khajuri Khas area, a three-year-old boy allegedly drowned in an open drain while he was playing outside his residence. The boy named Vishwajit Kumar, was with his 8-year-old sister during the time of the incident.

Doctors Declare Him Dead

Upon receiving information at around 1.40 pm, a police team immediately reached the spot, located in Gali No. 22. The officials rescued and rushed him to JPC hospital, reports added. However, he was declared dead at the hospital. A probe was launched, and a case has been registered at the police station.

Surge In Death Cases Due To Drowning

Death caused due to drowning has become increasingly common these days. Such incidents raise concerns about the safety of people and throw light upon the poor conditions of roads and water bodies. The tragic event, particularly at Khas Khajuri, serves as a alarm against the roads full of potholes.