A tragic incident unfolded early this morning in the Bakhtiyarpur police station area of the Barh subdivision in Bihar. A large number of devotees had gathered near the Rani Sarai village to take a holy dip in the Ganga River on the auspicious occasion of the third Monday of the Sawan month. Amidst the ritual bathing, seven young girls suddenly drifted into deep waters and began to drown, causing immediate panic along the riverbanks.
Seven Girls Struggle in Deep Waters
The distressing event occurred around 5 AM when the seven girls from Rani Sarai village stepped into the river. As they bathed, one of them inadvertently ventured into a deep pocket, prompting the others to rush forward in a desperate attempt to save her, which ultimately led to all of them struggling against the currents. Quick-thinking locals present at the spot rushed into the action and managed to pull three of the girls out to safety, but four others vanished beneath the surface.
Identity of the Missing Children
Authorities and local residents have confirmed the identities of the four girls who remain untraced. They are 16-year-old Radhika कुमारी, daughter of Kamlesh Chandravanshi; 14-year-old Aarti Kumari and 17-year-old Nandani Kumari, both daughters of Awadhesh Chandravanshi; and Babli Kumari, daughter of Mantu Chandravanshi, all residents of Rani Sarai. The unfolding tragedy sent shockwaves through the local community, plunging families into grief.
Immediate Response from Authorities
Upon receiving urgent alerts about the crisis, the Bakhtiyarpur police and disaster management teams swiftly mobilized and reached the accident site. Administrative officials launched rescue protocols immediately to locate the missing children, while anxious crowds gathered around the area. Eyewitness accounts suggest that illegal excavation near the riverbanks has left treacherous deep pits, which may have contributed to the sudden drop-off where the initial victim lost her footing.
Divers Deployed in Search Operations
Rescue efforts are currently operating at full throttle with specialized divers, alongside teams from the State Disaster Response Force (SDRF) and National Disaster Response Force (NDRF), scouring the river currents. Authorities are thoroughly investigating the circumstances surrounding the accident while the relentless search for the four missing girls continues along the river stretches.
