Baramulla, July 13 -- In a tragic incident, three of four members of a family from Kaniyar, Srinagar, are feared dead after drowning in the canal of the Lower Jhelum Hydro Power Project near Zehanpora, Boniyar, on Saturday.

The mishap occurred when one family member accidentally slipped into the canal, prompting others to jump in and attempt a rescue - only to be swept away by the powerful currents.

Eyewitnesses said the incident unfolded when a family member approached the canal to wash his hands and lost balance. As he cried for help, the others rushed to save him but were overpowered by the gushing waters of the hydro project canal.

Local residents managed to rescue one individual near the Mulberry Nursery area of Ehanpora. However,...