Bilaspur: A tragic incident has unfolded in Bilaspur district of Chhattisgarh, as three teenage sisters from the same family drowned in the Arpa River in the Koni police station area. The unfortunate event occurred while the sisters were bathing in the river in the Sendri area of Bilaspur. The accident news caused an impact, on the community leading to cries of grief.
The incident took place specifically in Sendri, situated within the jurisdiction of the Koni police station in Bilaspur. The three sisters, named Pooja Patel, Dhaneshwari Patel, and Ritu Patel, tragically lost their lives as a result of drowning in the Arpa River. Their lifeless bodies have been recovered, intensifying the sorrow that has befallen their family and the community. The villagers, infuriated by the girls’ deaths caused by drowning in the river, have expressed their anger by staging a chakka jam, a form of protest by blocking traffic.
Preliminary information suggests that the tragic incident may be connected to the illegal mining of sand in the area. The villagers speculate that due to the illicit sand mining activities, a pit had formed in the river, leading to the unfortunate drowning of the three sisters. This revelation has further amplified the villagers’ anguish and frustration towards the detrimental consequences of such unauthorized practices.
The incident serves as a sobering reminder of the potential hazards and risks associated with water bodies, necessitating increased vigilance and preventive measures to avoid such tragic accidents. Local officials and those involved in the matter must take action to tackle the problem of sand mining. Their prompt intervention is crucial, in averting incidents from recurring in the future and safeguarding the well being of community residents.