Tragic Drowning During Chhath Puja: 17-Year-Old Boy Dies in Ganga River, Another Teen Missing

Oct 28, 2025 04:02 am CST

A tragic accident during Chhath Puja celebrations in Uttar Pradesh has claimed the life of a 17-year-old boy who drowned in the Ganga river at Nifra village in Vindhyachal. Three others were rescued by a local boatman, while search operations continue for a missing 16-year-old. The incident highlights water safety concerns during religious festivities.