The Pratapgarh Water Park Drowning Case has sparked concern after a minor girl, identified as Sanya (also referred to as Sania) Kesarwani, drowned while swimming at a pool in Aluwamai village under Manikpur police station limits. According to the complaint filed by her father, police have registered a case against the school and the swimming pool operator, Piyush Shukla. The family has alleged that the facility lacked adequate supervision, trained lifeguards, and essential safety arrangements while children were permitted to use the pool after paying an entry fee.
The girl was reportedly taken to the Community Health Centre, Kunda, where doctors declared her dead. Police have initiated an investigation, and further action will depend on the complaint, post-mortem findings, and evidence collected. The allegations remain under investigation, and no court has determined liability.
Pratapgarh Water Park Drowning Case: Girl Dies in Swimming Pool, Case Filed Against Operator Piyush Shukla
A minor girl’s death at a village swimming pool in Pratapgarh has raised serious questions over safety, supervision, and alleged unauthorised operations.
The Pratapgarh water park drowning case has triggered public concern after a young girl died while bathing in a swimming pool at Aluwamai village.
The incident occurred under Manikpur police station limits, where Sanya Kesarwani, also referred to as Sania Kesarwani in local accounts, drowned on Tuesday evening.
According to the complaint, the girl was the daughter of Sunil Kumar Kesarwani. Some local accounts also identified her father as Sushil Kesarwani.
Police have registered a case against school and water park operator Piyush Shukla, based on the written complaint submitted by the child’s father.
Safety Questions After Pratapgarh Water Park Drowning
The swimming pool was allegedly being operated inside a school premises at Aluwamai village, with children reportedly charged ₹50 for entry.
The complaint alleged that loud music was played while children were allowed to bathe, but adequate safety arrangements were reportedly missing.
According to the family, the child entered the pool around Tuesday evening and allegedly moved towards deeper water while bathing.
She was reportedly found unconscious later and taken out of the water after a delay, raising questions about supervision at the facility.
Family members rushed her to the Community Health Centre, Kunda, but doctors reportedly declared her dead on arrival.
The child’s body was sent for post-mortem examination. After the procedure, it reached the family home on Wednesday evening.
Her mother, Aradhana Kesarwani, and other relatives were inconsolable as villagers gathered to support the grieving family.
Also Read: Mahesh More Levels Fresh Allegations Against BJP Leaders.
Police Register Case Against Piyush Shukla
Manikpur police have started an investigation after registering a case against Piyush Shukla, who has been named in the complaint.
Manikpur police station Inspector Pankaj Rai said police took custody of the body and initiated further procedure after receiving information.
Police said further action would depend on the family’s complaint, the post-mortem findings, and evidence collected during the investigation.
The family has alleged that the facility lacked trained lifeguards, proper monitoring, and basic safety safeguards required for children.
Locals have demanded strict action if the swimming pool is found to have operated without proper permission or safety compliance.
Anger in Village, Questions for Administration
The child was reportedly the eldest among three daughters, and her father is said to work as a JCB driver.
Some local accounts stated that he is employed with Prayagraj Municipal Corporation, though police verification will clarify employment details.
The tragedy has intensified anger among villagers, who accused the management of prioritising earnings over children’s safety.
Residents have urged district authorities to examine whether the pool had permission, safety equipment, trained staff, and emergency response arrangements.
Sprouts News reports that such incidents highlight the urgent need for safety audits of rural recreation facilities used by children.
The case also underlines broader concerns about informal swimming pools, seasonal water parks, and alleged commercial operations in school premises.
What Happens Next
Investigators are expected to examine the site, record statements from witnesses, and verify whether the facility had valid permissions.
Police may also review entry fee practices, supervision arrangements, and whether any negligence contributed to the child’s death.
For now, the family continues to mourn Sanya Kesarwani, while villagers await accountability and administrative action in the case.
Readers’ Appeal
If you have any information, photographs, videos, or eyewitness accounts related to this case, you may contact Unmesh Gujarathi, Investigative Journalist, or the Sprouts News Investigation Team (SIT) at +91 93227 55098. Credible information may assist ongoing journalistic investigations and help bring verified facts into the public domain. The identity of genuine sources will be kept confidential upon request.
