Tragic Drowning of Four Children in Bedouli

Four children from a tribe in Bedouli village drowned in a water-filled pit, leading to heartfelt condolences from Uttar Pradesh's Chief Minister. A thorough search operation found the bodies the following day, and legal proceedings are ongoing. Financial support for the families is being expedited.


Devdiscourse News Desk | Prayagraj | Updated: 09-07-2025 10:14 IST | Created: 09-07-2025 10:14 IST
Tragic Drowning of Four Children in Bedouli
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In a tragic incident in Bedouli village, four young children drowned after falling into a water-filled pit. The incident unfolded on Tuesday evening, prompting immediate search efforts by authorities.

Assistant Commissioner of Police (Meja) SP Upadhyay reported that despite efforts on Tuesday night, the children's bodies were recovered only the next day. The pit, located in a field formerly used for soil excavation, became a death trap for the children, who were aged between three and five years.

The bereaved families are set to receive financial assistance as ordered by Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath, who expressed deep sorrow over the incident. Legal procedures are in motion following the postmortem examinations at SRN Hospital.

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