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25-year-old Akash Kumar Drowns While Bathing in Jalalpur, Doriganj, Bihar
✍️ Amar Ujala · Bihar
🗓 30 Sep 2026, 08:15 PM
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A 25‑year‑old man, identified as Akash Kumar of Jalalpur village, died after slipping into deep water while bathing; SDRF teams began a search at dawn.
Local police said a 25‑year‑old resident of Jalalpur village in the Doriganj sub‑division of Bihar lost his life after his foot slipped while he was bathing, causing him to fall into deep water. The incident was reported by villagers who heard the splash and immediately called for help.
The deceased has been identified as Akash Kumar, son of Rajurai, a resident of the same village. Family members arrived at the scene in a state of shock and grief, describing the loss as a sudden tragedy that has left them devastated.
The State Disaster Response Force (SDRF) was dispatched shortly after the incident and began a systematic search operation in the early hours of the morning. Rescue teams used inflatable boats and rope ladders to scour the water body, but the body was recovered quickly, confirming the fatal outcome.
Authorities have urged residents to exercise caution while bathing in open water bodies, especially during the monsoon season when water levels rise and currents become stronger.
The deceased has been identified as Akash Kumar, son of Rajurai, a resident of the same village. Family members arrived at the scene in a state of shock and grief, describing the loss as a sudden tragedy that has left them devastated.
The State Disaster Response Force (SDRF) was dispatched shortly after the incident and began a systematic search operation in the early hours of the morning. Rescue teams used inflatable boats and rope ladders to scour the water body, but the body was recovered quickly, confirming the fatal outcome.
Authorities have urged residents to exercise caution while bathing in open water bodies, especially during the monsoon season when water levels rise and currents become stronger.