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5-year-old boy drowns in swimming pool

The boy, who was on holiday with his family from Kodungallur, slipped and fell into the water. Despite being quickly rescued and rushed to a nearby hospital, Rihan could not be saved.

A five-year-old boy, Rihan Ahmed, tragically drowned in a swimming pool at a private resort near Kottayi on Wednesday evening. Rihan was the son of Binaf, who was on holiday with his family at the resort. The incident occurred when the child slipped and fell into the pool while playing. Despite being quickly pulled out and rushed to a nearby private hospital, medical efforts were unable to save the boy's life.

This unfortunate event underscores the importance of adult supervision around swimming pools, especially in holiday destinations like resorts.

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