Tragedy at Konda Pochamma: Five Youth Drown in Telangana Reservoir

Five youths, including two brothers, drowned in Konda Pochamma Sagar reservoir in Telangana. Of seven who ventured into the water, two returned safely. Efforts are underway to retrieve all bodies. Officials express condolences and call for improved security measures to prevent future tragedies.

A tragic incident unfolded in Siddipet district, Telangana, as five youths, including two brothers, drowned in the Konda Pochamma Sagar reservoir. Police confirmed the fatalities on Saturday.

The group, consisting of seven youngsters from Hyderabad, visited the reservoir intending to spend time by the water. Among them, two managed to return to the bank, but five were not so fortunate. Efforts to retrieve the bodies are ongoing, with three recovered so far.

State and central officials, including Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy and Union Minister G Kishan Reddy, have expressed their condolences. Calls for stronger security measures and parental awareness around reservoirs have been made to prevent similar incidents.

(With inputs from agencies.)