Seven Children Drown in Sone River, Bihar

A tragic drowning incident occurred in Tumba village, Rohtas district, Bihar, where seven children, aged 8-12, drowned while bathing in the swollen Sone River on Sunday. Five bodies have been recovered, while two children remain missing as search efforts continue, led by the State Disaster Response Force (SDRF) and local divers. The children, including four sons of Krishna Gond's daughter visiting from Ranchi for Durga Puja, entered deep water after one child began to drown, prompting the others to attempt a rescue. Local authorities have expressed their condolences and are providing support to the grieving families. The incident has left the community in shock, highlighting ongoing safety concerns around bathing in dangerous waters during the monsoon season.