Tragic Drowning Incident in Bengaluru Lake
Two daily wage workers lost their lives in a lake near Bannerghatta on Friday evening after an old coracle they attempted to board reportedly tore apart. The deceased were identified as Ambarish and Anand, both natives of Yadgir, who had been employed at an under-construction building in Begehalli.
Details of the Incident
According to police, the two men entered Begehalli lake using an old coracle, which is believed to have torn apart mid-way, causing them to drown. Their bodies were recovered from the lake on Saturday morning. Investigators revealed that the workers would regularly enter the lake after work to cool off from the summer heat. On Friday evening, while they were in the water with a few co-workers, Anand noticed an old coracle floating nearby and swam towards it. Ambarish followed soon after.
Police stated that the two men attempted to climb onto the coracle, but its worn-out middle portion suddenly gave way, throwing them into the water. As their co-workers watched helplessly, both men drowned.
Search and Recovery Operation
After local residents alerted the police control room, personnel from Bannerghatta police station, fire and emergency services, and local swimmers launched a search operation on Friday night. However, the two could not be traced. The search resumed on Saturday morning, when both bodies were recovered from the lake.
This tragic incident highlights the dangers of using old and unsafe watercraft. Authorities have urged the public to avoid such risks and ensure safety measures while engaging in water-related activities.
