Tragic Drowning at Damodar River: 4 Bodies Recovered, 2 Still Missing After Kartik Purnima Ritual in Dhanbad

Nov 06, 2025 09:48 pm CST

Four youths have been found dead and two remain missing after drowning in the Damodar river near Telmocho Bridge during Kartik Purnima celebrations. The tragedy occurred when two groups from Bhimkanali and Bhuli A-Block in Dhanbad visited the river for a holy dip. Local residents blame illegal sand mining for altering the river's depth, while rescue operations continue with assistance from local divers and villagers as authorities await NDRF support.