Nepal: Indian Tourist Rohit Sharma Dies in Phewa Lake Drowning Months Before Wedding
Rohit Sharma, a 28-year-old man from Gaya, Bihar, drowned while swimming in Nepal's Phewa Lake in Pokhara during a trip with friends. The incident occurred months before his scheduled wedding in November-December. Rescue teams recovered him from the lake and doctors declared him dead at a hospital. The tragedy has left his family and Chichoura village in mourning.
A 28-year-old man from Gaya in Bihar died while swimming in Nepal's Phewa Lake on Friday, July 10, leaving his family in mourning just months before his scheduled wedding.
Rohit Sharma, a resident of Chichoura village in the Konch area of Gaya, drowned in the famous Phewa Lake in Pokhara during a trip to Nepal with four friends. His death has left his family and village in shock. Vietnam Boat Accident: Full List of 32 Indian Tourists on Capsized Phu Quoc Speedboat, Check Names.
Indian Tourist Rohit Sharma Dies in Phewa Lake Drowning
According to family members, Rohit and his friends first offered prayers at the famous Tal Barahi Temple in Pokhara before heading to Phewa Lake for a swim. During the outing, Rohit went into deeper waters and began drowning. His friends attempted to rescue him but were unable to save him.
After receiving information about the incident, a rescue team from Nepal's Armed Police Force (APF) reached the location and pulled Rohit out of the lake. Indian Tourist Romanch Mahajan Dies After Startled Horse Bolts, Overturns Carriage in New York (Watch Video).
Rohit was rushed to a hospital in critical condition, where doctors declared him dead. Local authorities have initiated legal procedures following the incident. Further details about the circumstances leading to the drowning are awaited.
Family Was Preparing for Wedding
Rohit's wedding was scheduled for November-December this year, and preparations were about to begin at home.
The tragedy has affected his family and residents of Chichoura village. Rohit's father, Sanjay Sharma, had passed away earlier. He is survived by two brothers. His elder brother, Guddu Sharma, is a farmer and supports the family.
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