Archive · 18 Jul 2025
Teen Drowns in Ganga While Filming Video; Bystanders Record
A teenage boy was making a video in a river when he started to drown.
People nearby saw him struggling but didn't jump in to help.
Instead, they took videos.
The boy's friends and family were informed, and divers searched for him, but the strong current made it hard to find him.
The police are now warning people about the dangers of making risky videos for social media, especially near the water.
A 17-year-old boy drowned in the Ganga River while making a video.
The incident occurred at Chatnaag Soham Ashram Ghat in Prayagraj.
Witnesses recorded the drowning but did not attempt a rescue.
Divers were called but could not find the boy's body that day.
Police have cautioned against dangerous stunts for social media.
- Who
- Alkaif, a 17-year-old boy.
- What
- A 17-year-old boy drowned in the Ganga River while making a video.
- When
- Thursday evening around 5 pm.
- Where
- Chatnaag Soham Ashram Ghat in Jhunsi, Prayagraj.
- Why
- While making a reel in deep water, his foot slipped, causing him to get caught in a strong current.
Lack of Immediate Response
Focus on Safety
Bystander Actions
Lack of Immediate Response
Bystanders should have prioritized saving the boy instead of recording.
Focus on Safety
The strong current and depth of the water made rescue attempts too dangerous for untrained individuals.
- Victim
- Alkaif (17)
- Location
- Chatnaag Soham Ashram Ghat, Prayagraj
- Cause
- Drowning while making a reel
- Status
- Body not recovered as of late night search
- Involved Parties
- Friends, police, divers
- Current Water Level
- Near danger mark