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Crocodile Attack Claims Teen's Life in Ganga River
14 Oct
Summary
- A 16-year-old boy died after a crocodile attack while bathing.
- The incident occurred at Avantika Devi Ganga Ghat in Bulandshahr.
- Locals expressed concerns about crocodiles entering residential areas.
Tragedy struck Bulandshahr on Wednesday when a 16-year-old boy, Anuj, died following a suspected crocodile attack. The incident happened around 1 pm at Avantika Devi Ganga Ghat while Anuj was bathing in the Ganga river with his family. Approximately 40 family members were present after attending a religious gathering. ( temporal_awareness: The event occurred recently, within the last week.)
Despite family members raising an alarm and managing to prevent the animal from dragging Anuj deeper, he sustained critical injuries. He was rushed to a hospital in Anupshahr but succumbed to his injuries on the way. (temporal_awareness: The boy died in the past, shortly after the attack, within the last week.) An autopsy has been ordered, and the forest department has been tasked with a thorough investigation into the circumstances. (temporal_awareness: The investigation is ongoing as of 2026-10-14T18:17:22+00:00.)
This unfortunate event has reignited fears among residents living along the Ganga river. Villagers reported that crocodiles sometimes venture into populated areas, particularly during the monsoon season when river levels rise. (temporal_awareness: The concern about crocodiles entering inhabited areas is an ongoing issue as of 2026-10-14T18:17:22+00:00.) They are now calling for enhanced surveillance and clearer advisories regarding crocodile sightings and the safety of bathing spots.
