A B.Tech student of IIT-Guwahati died after falling into the Brahmaputra river.
A police official said the incident took place on Saturday when two students of the institute were walking along the riverbank near the institute.
“Suddenly, both of them fell into the river. After being informed, an SDRF team from a nearby camp reached the spot and rescued one student. She was admitted to a hospital,” the official said.
The victim’s body was recovered after about three hours.
The IIT Guwahati said the victim was a 3rd-year student of the Department of Electronics and Communication Engineering (ECE).
“It is with profound grief and deep sorrow that IIT Guwahati informs of the untimely demise of a BTech 3rd-year student of the Department of Electronics and Communication Engineering (ECE), who tragically lost her life in a drowning incident near Lathia Bagicha Ghat yesterday evening,” the institute said in a statement on Sunday.
“This is an irreparable loss to the Institute community. IIT Guwahati extends its heartfelt condolences to the bereaved family and loved ones during this moment of immense sorrow and stands in solidarity with them, offering all possible support during this difficult time,” it added.
The police are currently conducting a formal investigation into the circumstances of the incident.
2 IIT-Guwahati Students Fall Into Brahmaputra, 1 Rescued, 1 Dead
