9-year-old girl dies trying to save younger sister from drain in Khargone

Khargone: A nine-year-old girl died while attempting to save her four-year-old younger sister after the two fell into a drain while playing near their home at Badgaon Ota in Kasrawad police station area of Khargone district on Thursday afternoon. The younger girl was rescued and admitted to hospital, where her condition was reported to be stable.According to Kasrawad police station in-charge Indresh Tripathi, the sisters were playing near their house when they went close to a nearby drain. Four-year-old Kirti fell into the muddy water, following which her elder sister, Abha, attempted to rescue her but got trapped in the mud.Villagers rushed to the spot and pulled both girls out. Abha had died by the time she was rescued, while Kirti was found in a serious condition and was rushed to govt hospital in Kasrawad.Dr Himanshi Patidar at the Kasrawad govt hospital said Abha was brought dead, while Kirti had water in her lungs. After receiving initial treatment, Kirti was referred to the district hospital for further care. Her condition was stable, the doctor said.Police reached the spot, conducted the inquest proceedings and registered a case of unnatural death (marg). Abha’s body was sent for post-mortem examination and later handed over to the family.You Can Also Check: Gold Rate in Indore | Silver Rate in Indore | Bank Holidays in Indore | Public Holidays in Indore | Petrol Price in Indore | Diesel Price in Indore | CNG Price in Indore | LPG Price in IndoreStay updated with the latest Indore news. Download the TOI App.