INDIA. — Dozens of children drowned while They bathed in rivers and ponds in rituals that were part of a Hindu festival three-day event held in the eastern Indian state of Bihar, according to authorities.
The recent heavy monsoon rains have raised the level of waterways across the state.
At least 46 people, including 37 minors, drowned in separate incidents in the 15 state districtsaccording to a statement from the Bihar disaster management agency. At the moment, 43 bodies have been recovered, and the three missing people are believed to be dead.
This three-day celebration, observed mainly in Northeast India and Nepal. During the annual festival, the mothers fast for 24 hours for the well-being of their children. Sometimes, they are accompanied by their children to rivers and ponds to carry out cleansing rituals. The festival ended on Thursday.
The state government announced compensation of 400 thousand rupees (around 90 thousand pesos) to the families of each of the dead.
Mass deaths in India
In India, it is common for fatal accidents such as drownings and stampedes to occur during religious festivals.
In July, at least 121 people lost their lives after overcrowding and a lack of exits contributed to a stampede at a holiday in the north of the country.
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Tragedy Strikes Indian States: Dozens of Children Drown During Hindu Festival
A devastating series of events has unfolded in the eastern Indian state of Bihar, where dozens of children have lost their lives while participating in a traditional Hindu festival. The recent heavy monsoon rains have created treacherous waters, resulting in the deaths of at least 46 people, including 37 minors.
The tragedy occurred during a three-day celebration, which is mainly observed in Northeast India and Nepal. As part of the festivities, mothers fast for 24 hours, and children often bathe in rivers and ponds, participating in rituals that are meant to bring good fortune and blessings.
However, the rising water levels caused by the heavy monsoon rains proved to be a lethal combination, and many of these children were swept away by the strong currents. The Bihar disaster management agency has reported that the incidents occurred in 15 state districts, with 43 bodies already recovered.
This heart-wrenching tragedy raises several questions about the safety precautions and emergency response measures in place during such large-scale public events. While the festival is an important part of the cultural heritage of the region, it is imperative that authorities take steps to ensure the safety of participants, particularly children.
In this age of advanced weather forecasting, it is astonishing that such a tragedy could occur due to a lack of preparedness. The Indian government must conduct a thorough investigation into the incidents and take concrete measures to prevent such tragedies from occurring in the future.
Moreover, the incident highlights the need for increased awareness and education about water safety, particularly during periods of heavy rainfall. The loss of innocent lives is a stark reminder of the importance of prioritizing safety above cultural and traditional practices.
As the nation mourns the loss of these young lives, we hope that this tragedy will serve as a wake-up call for authorities to take proactive measures to prevent such incidents in the future. Our thoughts and prayers are with the families of the victims, and we hope that they find the strength to cope with this unbearable loss.
