SRINAGAR: The body of a 13-year-old boy who drowned in the River Jhelum was recovered on Thursday at Jihama, Baramulla, two days after the incident.
“The deceased identified as Arslan Mashook Sofi, son of Mashook Ahmad Sofi, a resident of Jihama, Baramulla had drowned in the river on Tuesday. The body was found floating in the river near his native village during the night hours,” officials said.
Following the incident, Sopore Police issued a public safety advisory urging residents, particularly youth, to avoid swimming or going near water bodies due to rising temperatures and strong currents.
“In view of the recent drowning incident and rising temperatures drawing youth toward rivers and streams, the public is strongly advised to avoid swimming in rivers, streams, or canals. Strong currents and sudden depth changes make them extremely dangerous,” a police spokesperson said in a statement.
The advisory appealed to parents and guardians to monitor children and restrict their unsupervised movement near water bodies. “Avoid swimming under peer pressure or for recreation. Report any risky behaviour near water bodies to the nearest police station or PCR Sopore at 9596773024,” the advisory reads.
“Let us work together to prevent such tragedies and ensure a safe summer for all,” the statement added. (JKNS)
