8 students from Winners Academy in Alandi, Pune, died after drowning in the sea off Diveagar beach in Maharashtra's Raigad district. The group had travelled to Dighi Sagari, Diveagar Beach, for a picnic or tour.
The group comprised 48 students and teachers. Its stated composition was 25 boys, 17 girls and 6 teachers.
What is known
The incident took place in the sea off Diveagar beach, in Raigad district. The students and teachers were from Winners Academy, Alandi, Pune.
The SP Office said further proceedings are underway. Details about the identities of the students who died, the circumstances leading to the drowning and any rescue response are not yet available.
Conclusion
The confirmed information is that 8 students from the Pune-based group died after drowning during the visit to Diveagar beach. Further proceedings are underway, according to the SP Office.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q. How many students died at Diveagar beach?
8 students died after drowning in the sea off Diveagar beach.
Q. Where were the students from?
They were from Winners Academy in Alandi, Pune.
Q. How large was the travelling group?
The group had 48 students and teachers, including 25 boys, 17 girls and 6 teachers.
Q. Why had the group visited Diveagar beach?
The group had visited Dighi Sagari, Diveagar Beach, for a picnic or tour.
Q. Where is Diveagar beach located?
Diveagar beach is in Raigad district, Maharashtra.
Q. What is the latest update from authorities?
The SP Office said further proceedings are underway.
Q. Are the identities of the students available?
The identities of the students who died are not yet available.
