Daijiworld Media Network – Kundapur
Kundapur, July 16: The body of another fisherman, Jagannath Kharvi, was recovered late this evening after his boat capsized amid unusually high tides off the Kundapur coast. Earlier today, authorities found the body of Lohith Kharvi.
Four fishermen had ventured out for a routine fishing expedition when tumultuous waves struck their vessel while they were returning to shore. One fisherman was miraculously rescued, while three others were tragically swept away. So far, two victims have been located.
Police confirmed that Jagannath Kharvi’s body was identified late on July 16, corroborated by local residents. Lohith Kharvi was found earlier in the morning. A search operation continues for the fourth fisherman, Suresh Kharvi, who remains missing.
Local Coast Guard units and volunteer teams are combing the waters near Kundapur, with hopes of locating Suresh. The incident has left the fishing community anxious as operations press on into the night.
Earlier Report
Gangolli boat tragedy: Body of one fisherman found, search for two others continues
Daijiworld Media Network -Kundapur
Kundapur, Jul 16: The body of one of the three fishermen who went missing after a fishing boat capsized off the coast of Gangolli on July 15 has been recovered.
The deceased has been identified as Lohith Kharvi (39). His body was found at around 4.30 am on Wednesday, July 16 by the team led by expert diver Dinesh Kharvi near Kodi beach.
The tragedy struck on July 15 morning near the old estuary area of Gangolli, when a boat carrying four fishermen capsized after being caught in a severe storm. Among them, Santosh Kharvi of Malyarabettu was rescued by local fishermen.
The search is still on for the remaining two fishermen, identified as Sipaayi Suresh Kharvi (48) and Jagannath Kharvi (50). However, continuous rain, strong winds, and rough seas have hampered the rescue operations.
The group was among several teams—around 8 to 10 boats—that had ventured out to sea on Tuesday, July 15 morning. The ill-fated team had set out around 6 am, but due to worsening storm conditions and increasing wind pressure, they began to return. As they neared the Gangolli estuary gate, their boat was caught in a violent gust of wind and overturned.
One fisherman fell overboard, prompting two others to jump in to rescue him. Unfortunately, all three were swept away. Only Santosh Kharvi could be rescued. The storm made rescue efforts extremely difficult and dangerous.