Local divers searching the Chambal river near Jhareli Balaji temple
Sawai Madhopur. A distressing situation has emerged near the Rajasthan-Kota border as authorities scramble to locate two siblings who disappeared while visiting the banks of the Chambal river on Wednesday. The incident occurred shortly after the pair had offered prayers at the renowned Jhareli Balaji temple, a site frequently visited by locals and pilgrims alike. The missing individuals have been identified as 22-year-old Ganpat Saini and his 20-year-old sister Antima, both residents of Baharawanda Khurd.
According to preliminary reports, the siblings reached the riverbank around midday, between 11:30 AM and 12:00 PM, intending to bathe in the river's kund. The alarm was raised when family members and local villagers discovered their personal belongings, including clothes, bags, and footwear, left abandoned on the riverbank. The discovery of these items strongly suggests that the pair entered the water, but their subsequent disappearance has left the community in a state of shock and deep concern.
Local law enforcement from the Kaithuda and Baharawanda Khurd police outposts arrived at the scene shortly after being notified of the incident. A coordinated search and rescue operation was immediately launched, involving skilled local divers who are navigating the challenging currents of the river. The search team, which includes experienced swimmers such as Jaysingh Gurjar, Chhotu Meena, and Gordhan Gurjar, has been working tirelessly to scan the depths of the kund and the surrounding river area.
As the search continues, a large crowd of anxious villagers has gathered along the riverbank, waiting for any news regarding the siblings. The family members are understandably distraught as the hours pass without a breakthrough. Authorities have stated that the search will remain active until the missing individuals are located. The incident serves as a somber reminder of the dangers posed by the river's unpredictable depths and currents, especially in areas where the water level can shift rapidly without warning.
