Eight Students Drown at Diveagar Beach in Raigad
A tragic picnic turned nightmare as eight students from Pune drowned at Diveagar Beach in Maharashtra's Raigad district.
A school picnic turned into a massive tragedy in Maharashtra's Raigad district after eight students drowned in the sea near Diveagar beach. The incident occurred while the group was visiting the coastal area, leaving the local community and the students' families in deep shock.
Tragedy During Pune School Picnic
According to reports from the local police and the office of the Superintendent of Police, the victims were part of a group from Winners Academy, Alandi, Pune. The group, which consisted of 48 members including 25 boys, 17 girls, and 6 teachers, had traveled to Dighi Sagari at Diveagar Beach for a scheduled picnic and tour.
The horror unfolded when several students entered the sea for swimming. In the ensuing chaos, eight students were swept away by the currents. Local authorities have confirmed that the bodies of the deceased students have since been recovered from the water.
Government Response and Relief Operations
The scale of the tragedy prompted immediate intervention from high-ranking state officials. Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Sunetra Pawar contacted the Raigad District Collector via telephone to oversee the unfolding situation. She has issued strict directives to the local administration to:
- Closely monitor all ongoing rescue and relief operations.
- Maintain a constant watch on the situation on the ground.
- Ensure that all necessary immediate actions are taken to support the victims' families.
The Deputy Chief Minister also expressed her profound grief and extended her condolences to the bereaved families of the students who lost their lives.
Political Leaders Express Shock
The incident has sent waves of mourning across the political spectrum. NCP-SCP leader Supriya Sule shared her condolences, describing the event as a deeply unfortunate accident. She noted the shock felt by many and expressed hope regarding the safety of any students who may have sustained injuries during the incident.