Daman Sea Ban Flouted: One Youth Drowns, Another Rescued After Four Friends Enter Water

One youth drowned and another was rescued after four friends allegedly entered the sea despite a bathing ban at Daman’s Jetty shore on Monday.

The youths, including Akash Kumar, residents of a chawl in Ringanwada, had gone to the Jetty area for recreation when they entered the water despite warnings against bathing. Strong currents reportedly swept two of them away.

Lifeguards stationed along the shore managed to pull one youth out safely. Akash Kumar, however, was swept further into the sea and remained missing.

Search Operation Launched

Following the incident, Daman Police and fire brigade personnel reached the spot and launched a search operation.

Teams used boats and other equipment to look for Akash Kumar, but he had not been located at the time of the report. His family members and relatives gathered at the site as the search continued.

Bathing Ban Remains In Force

The administration has prohibited fishing, bathing and taking selfies along Daman’s beaches until August 16 amid concerns over turbulent sea conditions.

After two drowning incidents, seven lifeguards were deployed at Jampore, Devka and Jetty beaches. However, officials and locals have raised concerns that the available manpower may be inadequate given Daman’s extensive coastline.

Authorities have urged visitors to strictly follow beach safety restrictions and cooperate with police and lifeguards to prevent further accidents.