Karnal: Two migrants drown during Chhath Puja

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Updated At : 01:00 PM Nov 12, 2021 IST

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Karnal, November 11

Two migrant labourers drowned in Western Yamuna Canal during Chhat Puja this morning.

The drowned persons were identified as Vashisht Sharma (38) and Dukhan Sahani (35) of Rajiv Puram, said the police. They were living in a rented accommodation.

The incident took place at around 6.30 am when the two, along with their family members, went to Western Yamuna Canal to perform Chhath Puja. In just a few minutes, they drowned and people at the site tried to save them, but failed. After getting information, the police started the rescue operation and divers were pressed into service.

“My husband went to offer prayers inside the canal, but did not come out,” said Orila, wife of Dukhan. The police said the rescue operation was on.

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