Tragic Drowning in Kolkata Canal Claims Young Life

A five-year-old girl, Ritu Kanai, drowned in Kolkata's Kestopur canal while bathing with another child. Locals rescued Priyanshu Kumar, aged 12, who is now in hospital. Authorities conducted an hour-long search to recover Ritu's body, highlighting a tragic incident in the area.

A tragic incident unfolded in Kolkata's Kestopur area on Wednesday when a five-year-old girl drowned in a canal, police confirmed.

The event transpired as Ritu Kanai and another child, Priyanshu Kumar, went to bathe in the Bagjola-Kestopur canal. Priyanshu was rescued by locals and is receiving medical attention, according to police statements.

Despite efforts by the community and a prolonged search operation, Ritu's body was recovered only after an hour, marking a sorrowful day for the residents of the area.

(With inputs from agencies.)