Two Brothers Drown in Sirsi Stream, Including Udupi College Student

On Monday morning, a sudden plunge into the fast‑moving Sirsi stream near Udupi resulted in the deaths of two brothers, one of whom is a student at Udupi College. The siblings were returning from a nearby village when they were swept away by the current.

The Sirsi stream is notorious for its rapid water flow during the monsoon season, and there have been several similar incidents in the past year. Local residents have warned that the lack of safety barriers and the sudden rise in water levels can create dangerous conditions, especially for those unfamiliar with the area.

Following the incident, police cordoned off the site and launched an investigation into the cause of the drownings. The families of the deceased were deeply saddened, and the Udupi College organized a memorial service for the student. Officials have issued a safety reminder to all residents, urging caution near water bodies during heavy rains and advocating for better safety measures in high‑risk areas. Source: Google News – Udupi.