The Chaiti Chhath drowning tragedy has cast a shadow over celebrations in Patna and nearby areas. During the festival, several people drowned in rivers and ponds while taking holy dips. The Chaiti Chhath drowning tragedy led to multiple deaths and missing cases, creating panic among devotees.
In Patna’s Damrahi Ghat, youths entered deep water while bathing in the Ganga River. Rescue teams recovered bodies and continued search operations for the missing. Similar incidents were reported in Ara, where two children drowned during rituals.
In Maner, one youth drowned in the river, while another incident occurred in a pond near a local temple. Authorities and divers rushed to the spots and launched rescue efforts.
Despite safety warnings about dangerous ghats, large crowds gathered for the holy festival. The tragic incidents turned a sacred occasion into mourning for many families.
