A devastating incident occurred in Bihar, where 46 people, including 37 children, drowned during the ‘Jivitputrika’ festival. The tragedy took place in 15 districts across the state, with the majority of the victims being children. The festival, which involves women fasting for their children’s well-being and taking holy dips in rivers and ponds, turned fatal due to the unfortunate events.
The state government has confirmed the deaths and announced a compensation of ₹ 4 lakh for the families of the deceased. Chief Minister Nitish Kumar has initiated the process of providing compensation, with eight families already receiving the aid. The search operation is ongoing, with three people still reported missing.
[news_related_post]The ‘Jivitputrika’ festival is a significant event in Bihar, and the tragic incident has sent shockwaves across the state. The government has urged citizens to exercise caution during such events to prevent similar incidents in the future. Meanwhile, the people of Bihar are mourning the loss of lives and offering condolences to the affected families.
