By ETF Desk
Three children aged between 9 and 12 were found drowned in the Arabian Sea near Udupi district’s coastline on Tuesday morning. Police and Coast Guard reached the spot after receiving a distress call from a local fisherman.
The boys were reportedly playing near the beach when a sudden swell swept them away. Udupi Police chief Prakash W. said the incident is under investigation and that a forensic team has been deployed to the site. Local residents expressed shock as this incident follows earlier drownings in the region.
The tragedy highlights the need for stronger beach safety measures. The government has asked authorities to increase lifeguard patrols and raise public awareness about sea hazards. Source: Google News – Udupi District.