SaralnamaThree youths drowned in the Son River near Pokhrahai village in Palamu district. The victims, identified as Ankush Paswan (22), Adarsh Chandravanshi (22), and Rajnish Chandravanshi (23), were bathing during the Kharna festival when they entered deep waters. Two bodies were recovered on Sunday evening, while the third was found on Monday morning. Local divers and authorities conducted search operations. The incident has cast a pall of gloom over the area. Officials urge caution while bathing in rivers during festivals. To stay safe, avoid deep waters and use life jackets when swimming in rivers. (Updated 27 Oct 2025, 10:31 IST; source: link)
Key Points
- Three youths drowned in the Son River near Pokhrahai village in Palamu district on 19 Nov 2023
- The victims, identified as Ankush Paswan (22), Adarsh Chandravanshi (22), and Rajnish Chandravanshi (23), were bathing during the Kharna festival when they entered deep waters
- Two bodies were recovered on Sunday evening, while the third was found on Monday morning