Tragic Drowning Incident in Waterlogged Delhi Street Claims Young Lives

Priyansh's first day at school turned tragic as heavy rains led to waterlogging, causing him and his mother, Tanuja, to drown in an under-construction drain in Delhi's Khoda Colony. As rescue efforts followed, jurisdictional disputes between Delhi and UP police added to the chaos. This incident highlights the dangers of neglected infrastructure.

Tragedy struck Thursday, August 1, when Priyansh's much-anticipated first day at school ended in heartbreak. Heavy rains led to deadly waterlogging in Delhi's Khoda Colony, causing Priyansh and his mother, Tanuja, to drown in a half-open under-construction drain.

The mother and her son slipped into the drain on Wednesday evening as the torrential downpour engulfed the street. Rescuers later found them, still locked in an embrace, metres away from the fateful spot. The ensuing rescue was marred by disputes over jurisdiction between Delhi and UP police.

Eyewitnesses and family members recounted the tragic sequence of events that ultimately claimed two lives. The incident underscores the urgent need for improved infrastructure and better management of seasonal rains to prevent such senseless loss of life.

(With inputs from agencies.)