SRINAGAR: In a tragic event, a sister drowned to death while attempting to rescue her brother in the Sumbal area of Baramulla district in north Kashmir.
Reports stated that a 21-year-old boy named Nazakat Ali drowned while bathing in a river in Shadipora of Sumbal area this morning. As the news spread, many onlookers and locals made efforts to rescue the boy. In the meantime, the sister of the drowned boy also jumped into the river in a frantic attempt to save her brother.
Although the boy was barely rescued, the girl was found to have lost her breath upon being pulled out of the water.
The deceased girl has been identified as Nuzhat Afzal, aged 18.
The rescued boy has been referred to JVC Hospital in critical condition.
Confirming the incident, a police official told GNS that they are collecting necessary details regarding the incident. (GNS)
