Three boys drown in Udupi district sea amid rescue operations

Three boys drowned in the Indian Ocean off the coast of Udupi district after a sudden wave prevailed on the beach, authorities said Sunday.

The boys, aged 12, 14 and 16, were in a group of friends playing near the shoreline when the surge swept them away. Local police and the navy have been dispatched – but the search is still ongoing as the exact spot where the tragedy occurred remains uncertain.

The incident has turned a festive atmosphere into a somber one, prompting safety warnings to beach visitors. Coast Guard officials are urging people to avoid swimming beyond the marked lines and to heed all advisories. Source: Google News – Udupi District.