Tragic Drowning Incident During Holy Dip at Ganga in Begusarai

Five young men aged between 17 and 20 drowned in Ganga at Simaria Ghat, Begusarai during a holy dip. The incident occurred after a 'mundan' ceremony. Despite divers' efforts, the strong current led to their tragic deaths. Local authorities and Chief Minister Nitish Kumar expressed grief and announced assistance for families.

Five persons, all men aged between 17 and 20, drowned in Ganga in Bihar's Begusarai district on Monday, police said.

The incident happened at Simaria Ghat where residents of a nearby village had come for a holy dip, said Neeraj Kumar Chaudhary, the SHO of Chakia police station.

''They had come for a holy dip after a 'mundan' (tonsure) ceremony. After they were swept by a strong current, divers were pressed into service. Five bodies have been recovered,'' he said.

Barauni Circle Officer Suraj Kant said assistance would be provided to the next of kin of each deceased in accordance with the state government's policy.

Chief Minister Nitish Kumar also issued a statement expressing grief over the incident.

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