Goalpara (Assam), 29 May (HS): In a tragic incident, three persons lost their lives at Goraimari in Assam’s Goalpara district while cleaning a toilet septic tank on Friday.

According to reports, the victims allegedly suffocated inside the tank due to a lack of oxygen during the cleaning operation. The incident triggered panic and grief in the locality.

The deceased have been identified as Krishna Das, Bishnu Das and Yashok Rabha. Local residents and authorities rushed to the spot after the incident came to light.

Police have initiated an investigation into the matter while further details are awaited.----------

Hindusthan Samachar / Sriprakash