Six Children Drown During Karam Puja Immersion in Jharkhand

Six children died while participating in the immersion rites of Karam Puja in Jharkhand. The drowning occurred as the children entered the water during the traditional ceremony.

Karam Puja, a tribal festival celebrated in the region, involves immersing idols or symbols in water bodies as part of the concluding rituals. The incident happened during this customary immersion.

Local authorities have been alerted and a preliminary investigation is underway to determine the circumstances that led to the tragedy. Rescue teams and police are reported to be on the scene, and families of the victims have been identified.

The incident has prompted calls for stricter safety measures during public religious gatherings, especially where children are present.