In Jharkhand, 951 people have drowned in 3 years: 71 lives were lost in Garhwa alone, and the families of the deceased received a compensation of ₹38.04 crore in 3 years.

In Jharkhand, 951 people have drowned in 3 years: 71 lives lost in Garhwa alone. The kin of the deceased will receive a compensation of ₹38.04 crore over three years - Ranchi News. Due to heavy rainfall and rising water levels in rivers across several districts during the monsoon season in Jharkhand, the risk of drowning has increased. The situation becomes quite alarming when small rivers in the state suddenly experience strong currents and water rises. According to data from the last three years, 951 people have drowned due to various reasons.