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Multi‑agency teams launch search for drowned minor in North Kashmir
✍️ Kashmir Life
🗓 13 Sep 2026, 10:15 PM
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Police, disaster‑response units and local officials have begun a coordinated operation in North Kashmir to locate the body of a minor who drowned in a river.
A coordinated search operation involving the police, disaster management teams and the district administration has been launched in North Kashmir to recover the body of a minor who drowned in a local river. The incident was reported earlier today, prompting authorities to mobilise resources from multiple agencies to cover the rugged terrain and fast‑flowing waters.
Officials said that divers, rescue boats and aerial surveillance are being deployed to sweep the riverbanks and surrounding areas. The search is being conducted under the supervision of senior police officers, who have also urged locals to cooperate and avoid entering the water until the operation concludes.
Family members of the child have been informed of the ongoing efforts and have been asked to remain at the designated contact point for updates. The authorities have not disclosed the exact location of the incident, citing safety concerns, but have assured the public that all possible measures are being taken to locate the missing body as quickly as possible.
The operation is expected to continue through the night, with additional support teams on standby should conditions change. Residents have been advised to stay clear of the river and follow any instructions issued by the rescue teams.
Officials said that divers, rescue boats and aerial surveillance are being deployed to sweep the riverbanks and surrounding areas. The search is being conducted under the supervision of senior police officers, who have also urged locals to cooperate and avoid entering the water until the operation concludes.
Family members of the child have been informed of the ongoing efforts and have been asked to remain at the designated contact point for updates. The authorities have not disclosed the exact location of the incident, citing safety concerns, but have assured the public that all possible measures are being taken to locate the missing body as quickly as possible.
The operation is expected to continue through the night, with additional support teams on standby should conditions change. Residents have been advised to stay clear of the river and follow any instructions issued by the rescue teams.