Tragic incident at Navsari Beach: family swept Away by Sea

Four members of a family on holiday, including a female and her two kids, were swept away in the sea at Dandi beach in Gujarat’s Navsari district on Sunday while three others were saved, an officer said.   

In a heartbreaking turn of events, a family outing at Navsari beach turned into a tragedy as seven members, including children, were swept away by the sea. 

The missing persons have been identified as Sushila Gopalsinh Rajput (42), her sons Daksh (11) and Yuvraj (17), and her sister’s daughter Durga (17).

Efforts to Rescue

Deputy Collector Janam Thakore informed the media that while three persons were rescued by Home Guards, four others, unfortunately, could not be saved as they were swept away into the sea before help could reach them. 

Following the incident, a search operation was launched with the assistance of local fire brigade and police personnel.

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Family Background

A relative of the Rajput family revealed that they originally hailed from Bhilwara in Rajasthan but had settled in Khadsupa village in Navsari district. The family had ventured to Navsari beach for a picnic when tragedy struck.

Witness Account

According to Parasmal Kumavat, a relative of the Rajput family, the tragic incident unfolded suddenly. As the family enjoyed their time at the beach, four members were unexpectedly pulled into the sea. 

Gopalsinh, husband of Sushila Rajput, made valiant efforts to rescue them but unfortunately, his attempts were in vain. 

He raised an alarm, prompting the Home Guards to rush to the spot and attempt a rescue, but they too were unable to prevent the tragedy from unfolding.

This unfortunate event serves as a reminder of the unpredictable dangers that can lurk in seemingly serene environments, highlighting the importance of caution and vigilance, especially near bodies of water.