In a tragic incident, an unidentified man drowned in the Umran River near Umsning on Sunday morning.
According to reports, the incident occurred around 8 AM when the man, along with two friends, had gone to the river to wash clothes and take a bath. During this time, he was reportedly swept away by strong currents and drowned.
Police from Umsning rushed to the spot immediately and later recovered the body from the river. Authorities have launched an investigation to ascertain the circumstances surrounding the incident.
The identity and address of the deceased are yet to be confirmed.
The body has been shifted to Civil Hospital Nongpoh for necessary procedures.
