Two Sisters Drown in River Near Dharni Amravati: Two minor sisters drowned in the Sapan river near Diya village, located in Dharni tehsil, after one attempted to rescue the other. The incident occurred around 11:30 a.m., when the girls, aged nine and 14, were bathing in the river with friends. Aastha, the younger sister, was swept away by the strong current, prompting her older sibling, Aradhana Giri, to jump into the water to save her. Both sisters were unable to escape the powerful flow, and despite efforts by villagers and local authorities to rescue them, they were pronounced dead at the scene. The tragedy has left the Diya village and the broader Melghat region in deep shock and mourning. The police have registered an accidental death case following the incident, which has sparked widespread grief among the community. Local residents expressed their anguish, describing the loss as a devastating blow to the village. The sisters, who were residents of Diya village, were known for their close bond, and their untimely deaths have left families and friends reeling. According to police officials, the sisters had ventured to the river with a group of friends, a common activity in the region. The exact circumstances of how Aastha was swept away remain under investigation, but initial reports suggest that the strong current played a critical role in the tragedy. Aradhana’s attempt to rescue her sister, while heroic, proved futile as both girls were overwhelmed by the water. The police have urged caution for children and young people near rivers, emphasizing the dangers of such environments. The incident has also raised concerns about safety measures in the area. Local authorities have been criticized for not providing adequate warnings or infrastructure to prevent such accidents.#melghat_region #diya_village #sapan_river #aradhana_giri #dharni_tehsil
