Four children died by drowning in a pond in Khanpara, Araihazar, Narayanganj

On August 20, 2026, four children drowned in a pond in the Khanpara area of Duptara Union, Araihazar, Narayanganj. The incident occurred while the children were playing near the pond, where family members later discovered their footwear. It is believed the children fell into the water while attempting to rescue one another. Following the incident, the local Upazila Nirbahi Officer visited the bereaved families and provided government financial support.