Telugu student drowns in US as outing turns tragic
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The family was informed of the incident late Saturday night. Hari Kiran had traveled to the US on a student visa and was pursuing his Master's degree at the University of Central Missouri. He was also working part-time to support himself during his studies.
The tragedy unfolded when Hari Kiran and his friends visited a local waterfall for a swim. While enjoying the outing, he was suddenly pulled under by the forceful current.
Despite immediate rescue efforts by his friends and emergency responders, he could not be saved.
The heartbreaking news has plunged his family and the residents of Chikkala village into deep mourning. His parents and relatives are anxiously awaiting further updates on the repatriation of his body to India.
Family members are in contact with local authorities and the Indian embassy in the US to complete the necessary formalities. Hari Kiran's untimely death has also sent shockwaves through the Telugu student community in America, many of whom are now rallying to support his grieving family.
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