Trapped under capsized boat, Gujarat tourist couple drowns in Karnataka

A tragic incident unfolded in Kodagu district's Harangi backwaters when a boat capsized, resulting in the death of a Gujarati couple and the rescue of their two children. The deceased, identified as Dharmesh and Nimmi, hailing from Surat, Gujarat, were reportedly on a water adventure activity organized by a private company when the mishap occurred.

Despite the family's attempt to stay afloat wearing life jackets, Dharmesh and Nimmi were overcome and drowned beneath the overturned boat, while their children, aged 21 and 24, managed to escape the water's grasp and were safely rescued. A case has been registered against the boat driver at Kushalnagar Rural police station for causing death by negligence, and authorities are conducting a thorough investigation.