Pune Coaching Class Picnic Turns Fatal as 8 Students Drown in Raigad
What Happened
Eight Class XI and XII students from Winners Academy in Alandi, Pune, drowned at Diveagar beach in Maharashtra's Raigad district during a picnic trip. The students were part of a 48-member group, including 25 boys, 17 girls, and 6 teachers. According to police, the students entered the sea and were swept away after misjudging the water depth and strong currents. All eight bodies were later recovered during a rescue operation.
Key Takeaways
The incident has highlighted the dangers of strong sea currents at popular tourist beaches. Authorities have launched an inquiry into the tragedy, while local rescuers and police were praised for their efforts in recovering the victims.