20 September,2021 07:06 AM IST | Mumbai | A Correspondent
Ganpati visarjan at Juhu. Pic/Satej Shinde
Five boys were feared drowned in sea at Versova jetty here during the Ganesh idol immersion on Sunday night, while two others accompanying them were rescued, a fire brigade official said.
"On arrival at scene at 9.42 pm, it was learnt from members of public that a total of 05 boys drowned at Versova Jetty when they had venture in the sea for Ganesh idol immersion, 02 boys were rescued by public members/villagers and admitted to Cooper hospital before arrival of fire brigade. 03 boys are still missing."
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"A search operation is on with the help of lifeguards and members of the Flood Rescued Team. LED lights and a ferry boat is being used for the operation," he said. The help of Navy divers has been sought, the official said, adding that a fire engine, one boat, some lifeguards and other personnel are present at the spot.
(With PTI inputs)
