Gwalior (Madhya Pradesh): Three girls lost their lives after drowning in a rain-filled pond in Indergarh town of Madhya Pradesh's Datia district.
The pond, recently constructed by the local municipal council, had no safety measures in place and was filled beyond normal levels due to heavy rainfall.
The incident has left the entire area in shock and mourning.
According to the reports, being unaware of the dangers the girls went to take a bath in the pond.
The pond was recently constructed by Indergarh municipal council and lacked safety measures. The pond was not fenced and no warning signs were made.
The local police officials took immediate response in the matter. They rushed to the spot and began an investigation. The deceased girls’ families and villagers are devastated and grieved.
According to sources, the collector had already issued instructions to ensure safety around the pond during the rainy season.
Locals and the families of the victims have accused the administration and the municipal council of negligence. They demanded strict action against those who are responsible. The incident has sparked anger in the town. Residents called for immediate safety measures around all water bodies.
Further investigation is underway, and the bodies of the girls have been sent for postmortem.
