Tragic Incident: Four-Year-Old Boy Drowns in Hidden Liquor Barrel
A heartbreaking incident unfolded in Mansingha village, East Champaran, Bihar, where a four-year-old boy tragically lost his life after falling into a concealed liquor barrel during the idol immersion following Saraswati Puja. The boy, identified as Morelal, drowned in a barrel filled with illicitly brewed country liquor that was hidden beneath straw on the riverbank of the Gandak.
The Incident
On Wednesday, locals gathered at the river for the immersion ceremony when the accident occurred. According to reports, the barrel had been intentionally buried to hide it from authorities, posing a hidden danger to unsuspecting villagers. Morelal, unaware of the peril, stumbled into the barrel and drowned instantly.
Investigation and Official Response
In light of this tragic event, East Champaran Superintendent of Police, Swarn Prabhat, directed local police to register a murder case against those involved in the illegal liquor trade within the village. The boy’s father, Horil Sahani, initially reported that his son had drowned in the river, but authorities later indicated that preliminary investigations suggested the child drowned in liquor. The exact cause of death will be confirmed following the postmortem report.
Community Impact
This incident highlights the ongoing issue of illegal liquor production in rural areas, a danger that often remains unseen until it’s too late. It serves as a stark reminder for communities to remain vigilant and report such illicit activities to prevent further tragedies.
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