How Did Two Brothers Drown While Bathing in a Madhubani Pond?
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Synopsis
A tragic incident in Madhubani district, Bihar, left a community in mourning as two young brothers drowned while bathing in a local pond. The swift actions of villagers and a teacher offered hope, but the outcome was devastating. Read on to understand the circumstances surrounding this heartbreaking event.
Key Takeaways
- Tragic drowning incident involving two young brothers in Bihar.
- Community swiftly intervened but could not save them.
- Importance of water safety education emphasized.
- Local administration promised support to grieving family.
- Incident underscores risks associated with swimming in unmonitored areas.
Patna, Jan 24 (NationPress) A heartbreaking incident unfolded as two young brothers tragically drowned while swimming in the Ban Ganga pond located near Baneshwar Sthan in Barri village, within the jurisdiction of the Benipatti police station in Madhubani district, Bihar, on Saturday.
The unfortunate event occurred around 11:30 am, sparking panic among local residents who quickly gathered at the scene.
As reported by Shivsharan Sah, the SHO of Benipatti police station, a group of children from the village had gone for a swim when three of them ventured into deeper waters and began to struggle.
A vigilant teacher from a nearby school, along with local villagers, noticed the alarming situation, raised the alarm, and jumped into the pond to rescue the children. Thanks to their swift actions, all three were retrieved.
Regrettably, two of the boys were found unconscious, while the third was reported stable.
They were immediately transported to Benipatti Sub-Divisional Hospital in an auto-rickshaw, where medical staff pronounced them dead on arrival.
The deceased were identified as Shivam Mishra (13) and Ayush Mishra (12), sons of Vipin Mishra, a resident of Ward No. 7 in Barri village.
Dr. Vikas Harinandan, a physician at the sub-divisional hospital, confirmed that the children had already succumbed to their injuries prior to reaching the facility.
In response to this tragedy, local administration acted promptly, with BDBDO Maheshwar Pandit arriving at the scene and divers being dispatched to ensure no other children remained in the water.
Benipatti SHO Shivsharan Sah also arrived at the hospital with police personnel to assist.
It was noted that the children’s father, Vipin Mishra, works in Delhi. He has experienced personal loss, having lost his first wife, with the deceased boys being from that marriage, and he has a daughter with his second wife.
The community is now in a state of mourning over this profound loss.
The district administration has promised appropriate compensation for the family, and the bodies were sent to Sadar Hospital for post-mortem examination.
Point of View
Especially for children. It underscores the need for heightened awareness and education on water safety in rural areas. As a nation, we must come together to ensure that such tragedies do not recur, and support those affected by this loss.
NationPress
26/01/2026
Frequently Asked Questions
What happened to the two brothers in Madhubani?
Two minor brothers drowned while bathing in the Ban Ganga pond in Barri village, Madhubani district, Bihar.
How did the local community respond to the drowning?
Local villagers and a teacher quickly jumped into the pond to rescue the boys, managing to retrieve all three children.
What actions did the local administration take following the incident?
Local administration and police personnel arrived at the scene, and divers were deployed to search the pond for any additional victims.
Who were the deceased children?
The deceased were identified as Shivam Mishra (13) and Ayush Mishra (12), sons of Vipin Mishra.
What measures are being taken for the family of the deceased?
The district administration has assured compensation for the family and the bodies were sent for post-mortem.
