According to Bahdiya police, the mishap occurred around noon. Tanish Kori slipped into distress in the deep waters, prompting Abhishek (Adda) and Tejram Patel to dive in heroically. Overwhelmed by the pit’s depth, all three succumbed. Ayush, the surviving friend, narrowly escaped after a brief rescue attempt.

Police rushed to the scene post alerts from witnesses like Shiva Valmiki. SDRF teams worked through the night, retrieving Abhishek’s body while ongoing efforts focus on locating Tanish and Tejram. The village of Guuda is shrouded in mourning, with families awaiting closure.

Reacting promptly, CM Mohan Yadav conveyed deep condolences and declared Rs 4 lakh ex-gratia to each affected family. He directed officials to expedite aid and support. MLA Pradeep Laria’s on-ground presence reinforced commitments to the grieving kin.

This fatal event underscores a recurring hazard: forsaken mining pits turning into silent killers with accumulated rainwater. Experts call for stringent safety protocols, including barriers and warning signs, to avert such summerside perils in rural areas.