Sambalpur: Holi Horror; Youth Drowns in Canal, Friend Stabbed to Death

Sambalpur: In a heartbreaking turn of events, Sambalpur was struck by two separate tragedies. First, a young man named Prithviraj Behera tragically drowned in a canal while swimming. He went to the canal near Chaurpur Mundoghat for a swim after playing Holi but was swept away by the currents while in the water.

In another distressing incident, the village of Kechupani under Gobindpur Thana witnessed a shocking act of violence. After enjoying Holi festivities, Bachasaru fatally stabbed his friend. Two people were badly hurt as a result of the conflict, and despite medical efforts, one person tragically lost their life.

Authorities reacted quickly, apprehending two people linked to the stabbing. However, investigations are ongoing as authorities continue to delve deeper into the events surrounding both tragedies. The Sambalpur community mourns the deaths and seeks answers in the aftermath of these heartbreaking tragedies.