A tragic incident unfolded in Bihar’s Motihari district on the eve of Holi, claiming the lives of six children who drowned in a pond after grazing goats. The heartbreaking event in Kesariya police station area has left the entire Lohargava village shrouded in grief.
The children, aged between 6 and 12, had ventured out to graze goats following a lunar eclipse. Seeking refreshment, they headed to a nearby pond for a swim. Unaware of the deep waters, one child slipped in, prompting the others to rush to help. In a desperate chain of rescue attempts, all six perished.
Among the victims were three sisters from the same family: Priya Kumari (6), Sonakshi Kumari (9), and Sonali Kumari (12). The other children included Prince Kumar (11), Chhoti Kumari (8), and Diksha Kumari (12). The sight of grieving families has devastated the community.
Local police arrived swiftly, enlisting village divers to recover the bodies, which were sent for post-mortem. Motihari District Magistrate visited the site, announcing government compensation for the bereaved families. This Holi eve tragedy underscores the dangers lurking in seemingly innocent water bodies, especially for young children.
As the village mourns, calls for better safety measures around ponds and awareness campaigns on water safety are growing louder. The incident serves as a stark reminder for parents to supervise children closely near water sources.