The Ganesh visarjan celebrations in Patan turned tragic for a family of four that drowned in the Saraswati river on September 11.

Following the Ganesh Mahotsav festivities, a procession from the society to Saraswati river was organised to immerse the Ganesh idol in the river. As devotees carried the idol towards the riverbank, a group of eight people, including four family members, reportedly slipped and fell into the water.

The river’s water level had risen due to recent rainfall and increased water flow, making it difficult to navigate. Despite efforts by locals to rescue the victims, four persons from one family, identified as Sheetal, Daksh, Jimit, and Nayan Prajapati lost their lives.

The municipal fire team, local officials, and community leaders responded to the emergency and conducted a search and rescue operation. The bodies of the victims were recovered late in the evening.

Authorities are urging the public to exercise caution and follow safety guidelines while participating in such events.

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