Tragedy in Dhenkanal: Tourist drowns at eco-resort’s swimming pool, sparks safety concerns

A tourist was found dead at an eco-resort in Dhirapatana under Dhenkanal Sadar police station limits on Saturday. The body of the 23-year-old tourist was recovered from the resort’s swimming pool. The deceased has been identified as Tejas Ahuja from Uttarakhand, who had come to the area as part of a visiting group.

According to fire service officials, Tejas drowned in the swimming pool at around 5 am while bathing. On receiving information, fire service personnel rushed to the spot and rescued him. He was immediately taken to a nearby hospital at Athagarh, where doctors declared him dead.

Questions Over Tourist Safety

The death of the tourist has raised serious concerns over the safety measures in place at the eco-resort. Visitors have pointed out that if proper safety arrangements had been implemented, the youth might not have lost his life.

Concerns Over Eco-Resort Facilities

Tourists from across regions visit the eco-resort and enjoy the water park facilities available there. However, following the death of Tejas, questions are being raised over whether the swimming pool was constructed and maintained with adequate safety provisions for visitors.

Tourist Safety Under Scrutiny

The incident has cast a shadow over the eco-resort’s arrangements, with concerns growing about whether such facilities are adequately equipped to ensure the safety of tourists, including children.

No comments could be obtained from the authorities of the eco-resort.