Archive · 24 Aug 2025
Engineer Drowns at Waterfall in Jajpur; Search Ongoing
Two young men went swimming in a waterfall, but sadly, they drowned.
One of them was an engineer.
One person's body was found, and the search continues for the other.
The waterfall is in a hilly area and is known to be dangerous.
People are being reminded to be cautious around these spots, and the local officials should put up signs to warn of the danger.
Two youths, including an engineer, drowned while bathing in a waterfall in Jajpur district.
The incident occurred at the Pahadkhol waterfall near Koil village on Saturday.
Shambhu Pradhan's body was recovered, while the search for Manas Mahanta continues.
The waterfall is located in the Mahagiri hill range and is considered hazardous.
Local authorities are urged to install warning signage to prevent future incidents.
- Who
- Shambhu Pradhan and Manas Mahanta.
- What
- Two youths drowned while bathing in a waterfall.
- When
- Saturday around 10 am.
- Where
- Pahadkhol waterfall near Koil village, Jajpur district.
- Why
- Unclear, but the waterfall is considered hazardous.
- Location
- Pahadkhol Waterfall, Jajpur district
- Victims
- Shambhu Pradhan, Manas Mahanta
- Date
- Saturday
- Cause
- Drowning
- Rescue Teams
- Sukinda Fire Service, Bhuban Fire brigade
