Koraput,(OT webdesk) — A heartbreaking incident unfolded in Khojaguda village under Narayanpatna police limits, where a Class 3 minor girl drowned after falling into an uncovered tank at a mega drinking water project site.
The tank, part of an ongoing infrastructure initiative, had been left exposed, posing a grave safety hazard.
The girl went missing on Monday evening, and her lifeless body was discovered floating in the tank early Tuesday morning.
Fire brigade officials swiftly recovered the body, while the village mourned in shock and disbelief.
Police have launched an investigation to determine the cause of death and assess potential lapses in safety protocols. Preliminary findings suggest negligence on the part of the contractor overseeing the project.
The incident has triggered widespread outrage, with citizens demanding accountability and stricter safety norms at public infrastructure sites.
The tragedy has reignited concerns over child safety and the need for rigorous oversight in development projects.
