India
Four Drown After 14‑Year‑Old Falls into Farm Water Tank in Bikaner
A 14‑year‑old girl slipped into a farm water tank while fetching water in Bikaner, Rajasthan, on Wednesday afternoon. The incident occurred at about 12:15 pm in Chak 9 AWM, under the Chhatargarh police station. The girl, who lived in a nearby hamlet, fell into the tank while drawing water for household chores. Her two brothers, aged 18 and 16, and a 21‑year‑old cousin entered the tank to try to rescue her, but none were able to swim. All four people drowned, according to Khajuwala circle officer Vijaypal Yadav. The bodies were recovered from the tank and are being kept in the mortuary of the Community Health Centre in Chhatargarh. The incident was reported by police on November 11, 2026.
Frequently asked questions
Where did the incident occur?
At a farm water tank in Chak 9 AWM, Bikaner, Rajasthan, under the Chhatargarh police station.
How many people drowned?
Four people drowned.
Where are the bodies kept?
The bodies are kept in the mortuary of the Community Health Centre in Chhatargarh.