Maval Drowning Tragedy: 4 Tourists Dead in Dam, River
Maval Tragedy: Four Young Tourists Drown During May Day Outing in Jadhavwadi Dam and Pavana River
Pune, Maharashtra | A tragic incident has cast a shadow over the Maval region, where four young tourists lost their lives in separate drowning incidents at Jadhavwadi Dam and the Pavana River during the May Day holiday.
Three Youths Drown at Jadhavwadi Dam
According to officials, a group of tourists visiting Jadhavwadi Dam entered the water for swimming. Due to a sudden increase in depth and strong undercurrents, five individuals began to drown. While two were rescued by locals, three youths—identified as Ajay Garude, Santosh Edke, and Aniket Pawar—lost their lives.
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Rescue teams rushed to the spot and pulled the victims out of the water. CPR was administered immediately, but despite efforts, all three could not be revived due to prolonged submersion.
One Dies in Pavana River Incident
In a separate incident near an old stone bridge at Salumbre, Manoj Bharat Gautam (25), a native of Uttar Pradesh and an employee at a local pipeline company, drowned after entering the river early in the morning. He reportedly misjudged the water depth.
Massive Rescue Operation Launched
Following both incidents, teams from local rescue groups, fire brigade units from Talegaon Dabhade, and the National Disaster Response Force (NDRF) carried out extensive search and rescue operations. All bodies were eventually recovered and sent to nearby hospitals for further procedures.
Authorities Issue Safety Advisory
Authorities have urged citizens and tourists to exercise extreme caution while visiting dams, rivers, and water bodies during summer outings. Visitors are advised to assess water depth, current strength, and ensure safety measures before entering water.
The incidents have triggered widespread grief across the region, raising concerns about tourist safety and lack of awareness regarding water hazards.
