A school picnic ended in unimaginable tragedy after six students drowned off the coast of Maharashtra, India. The teenagers were swept away by powerful currents while bathing in the sea near the popular beach of Murud-Janjira Fort.
The incident occurred on Monday, sending a local community into mourning and sparking a massive search and rescue operation involving the Indian Coast Guard and other emergency services.
A Day Out Turns to Disaster
The group of students, from a private school, were enjoying their annual outing when they entered the water. Authorities report that they were quickly pulled away from the shore by strong, treacherous waves.
Despite the immediate efforts of lifeguards and locals, the powerful undercurrent made rescue attempts incredibly difficult. The bodies of four victims were recovered shortly after the incident.
Major Search Operation Underway
Rescue teams, including divers from the Indian Coast Guard, are continuing their desperate search for the two remaining students. Operations have been hampered by challenging sea conditions, but efforts persist around the clock.
Local police have confirmed the devastating incident and are providing support to the grieving families. The community is in a state of shock as they await further news from the search teams.
