Archive · 24 Jul 2026
19-Year-Old Drowns in Vihar Lake
A 19-year-old boy named Kailash Soman drowned in Vihar Lake in Powai, Mumbai.
The incident happened around 3:18 PM on Thursday.
The fire brigade, police, and local authorities are searching for his body and investigating what happened.
The community is concerned about safety around the lake, while the government is working to find out more about the incident.
A 19-year-old youth, Kailash Soman, drowned in Vihar Lake, Powai.
The incident was reported at 3:18 PM on Thursday.
The Mumbai Fire Brigade, Powai Police, and BMC ward staff launched a search operation.
The exact circumstances of the incident are still under investigation.
Further legal procedures will be initiated after the body is recovered.
- Who
- Kailash Soman, a 19-year-old youth
- What
- Drowning incident in Vihar Lake
- When
- Thursday at 3:18 PM
- Where
- Vihar Lake, Powai, Mumbai
- Why
- Circumstances are yet to be ascertained
Community Safety Concerns
Government Response
Lake Safety Measures
Community Safety Concerns
The community demands better safety measures and surveillance around Vihar Lake to prevent such incidents.
Government Response
The government assures that all necessary measures are being taken and investigations are ongoing.
- Victim's Name
- Kailash Soman
- Age
- 19 years
- Location
- Vihar Lake, Powai
- Time of Incident
- 3:18 PM
- Rescue Teams Involved
- Mumbai Fire Brigade, Powai Police, BMC Ward Staff