A tragic incident in Guwahati’s Silsako area has left one teenager dead and another injured after the two minors fell into Silsako Beel on April 24.
The victims have been identified as Sunmoni Das (11) and Bitu Nath (15). According to initial reports, the boys accidentally slipped into the water body, leading to panic among locals.
A 15-year-old boy died after falling into Silsako Beel in Guwahati, while another minor was rescued and is under treatment at GMCH. SDRF teams conducted a search operation, and the incident has raised concerns over safety measures around the water body.
Rescue Effort Launched by Locals
Eyewitnesses reported that chaos broke out as soon as the boys fell into the beel. Local residents rushed to the spot and initiated rescue efforts.
Sunmoni Das was quickly pulled out of the water by locals, but Bitu Nath went missing, prompting an urgent search operation.
SDRF Recovers Missing Teen
A team of the State Disaster Response Force (SDRF) was deployed to locate the missing teenager. After several hours of search, Bitu Nath was recovered from the beel.
He was later declared dead, bringing a tragic end to the rescue effort and leaving the locality in shock.
Injured Minor Under Treatment
Sunmoni Das, who was rescued earlier, was rushed to Gauhati Medical College and Hospital (GMCH), where he is currently undergoing treatment.
His condition is being monitored by medical staff.
Safety Concerns Raised by Residents
Following the incident, residents in the Silsako area have raised concerns over the lack of adequate safety measures, including the absence of protective barriers around the water body.
Locals allege that such gaps increase the risk of accidents, especially involving children.
Investigation and Next Steps
Authorities have initiated necessary procedures following the incident. The circumstances leading to the fall are being examined.
The tragedy has renewed calls for improved safety infrastructure around water bodies in Guwahati.
What Happens Next
Officials are expected to review safety arrangements at Silsako Beel and consider preventive measures to avoid similar incidents.
For residents, the incident serves as a reminder of the risks associated with open water bodies in urban areas.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where did the incident occur in Guwahati?
The incident took place at Silsako Beel in Guwahati.
What happened to the victims?
One teenager died after being recovered from the water, while the other minor was rescued and is undergoing treatment at GMCH.