Bengaluru techie falls into Abbi Falls while taking picture, dies: Report

A 26-year-old software engineer, Vinod Kumar, from Bengaluru drowned at the Yaduru Abbi falls in Shivamogga, Karnataka, while taking a picture on his phone.

Published on: Jun 26, 2024, 12:00:05 IST

By Yamini C S

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In a heart-breaking incident, a 26-year-old software engineer from Bengaluru tragically drowned while swimming at Yaduru Abbi Falls in Shivamogga, Karnataka. The deceased has been identified as Vinod Kumar, who hailed from Ballari, according to a report.

Despite efforts by his companions and onlookers, Vinod reportedly succumbed to the powerful currents, vanishing before their eyes. (REPRESENTATIVE PHOTO)

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Yaduru Abbi Falls, renowned for its scenic beauty, becomes particularly mesmerizing during the monsoons, drawing nature enthusiasts and thrill-seekers alike. However, what began as a leisurely outing with a group of friends turned fatal for Vinod.

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He is said to have lost his footing while taking a picture on his mobile phone. Despite efforts by his companions and onlookers, Vinod reportedly succumbed to the powerful currents, vanishing before their eyes, the report stated.

His friends promptly alerted the Thirthahalli police, triggering a swift search and rescue operation. Teams from the fire brigade and local authorities tirelessly scoured the treacherous waters of the falls. Vinod's body was recovered on Monday, the publication said.

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Following a post-mortem examination at the general hospital in Nagara town, Vinod's remains were transported to Mincheri village in Ballari district.

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Yamini C S
Yamini CS is a Senior Content Producer at Hindustan Times with nearly six years of experience in digital journalism. She is part of the India News desk, where she works on a wide range of stories cutting across civic issues, city-based developments, politics, governance, public policy, breaking news, trending topics, and international affairs that have an impact on India. Her role involves tracking fast-moving developments, verifying information from official and on-ground sources, and presenting news in a clear, accessible format for a digital-first audience. A significant part of her work includes handling live blogs during major news events, such as elections, court verdicts, political developments, civic disruptions, protests, weather-related alerts, and unfolding national or international incidents. Through live coverage, she focuses on timely updates to help readers follow complex stories as they evolve. Before moving to the broader India News desk, Yamini was associated with the Bengaluru desk at Hindustan Times, where she extensively covered urban governance, infrastructure, traffic and transport issues, weather events, public grievances, and civic administration in the city. This experience strengthened her grounding in city reporting and sharpened her focus on citizen-centric journalism. She began her career as a correspondent with Reuters after completing a postgraduate diploma in journalism from the Indian Institute of Journalism and New Media. Her early training instilled a strong emphasis on accuracy, sourcing, and news ethics, which continue to shape her reporting style. Outside of work, Yamini enjoys reading across genres, listening to music, and spending time with her family, which help her maintain balance in a fast-paced newsroom environment.Read More

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