A 21-year-old student drowned in a water-filled pit at an abandoned construction site while trying to bathe. He was pulled out but later declared dead at the hospital.
Explorer
Amity Student Drowns In Water-Filled Pit During Picnic With Friends At Abandoned Construction Site In Noida
A college student drowned in a water-filled pit at an abandoned construction site in Noida. He had gone there for a picnic with friends after their exams were completed.
A college student, 21, died after drowning in a water-filled pit at an abandoned construction site in Noida.
Source : X
A 21-year-old student from a private university died after drowning in a water-filled pit at an abandoned construction site in Noida, police said Wednesday.
The incident occurred within the jurisdiction of Sector 126 police station, where four students had gone for a small picnic after completing their examinations, news agency PTI reported, citing officials.
Deputy Commissioner of Police Saad Miyan Khan said the group had visited an abandoned construction site near Supernova.
“One of the students, identified as Harshit Bhatt, a resident of Indirapuram in Ghaziabad, entered a nearby water-filled area to bathe. During this, he suddenly drowned,” the officer said.
Rescue Attempt And Response
The incident was reported through the Dial 112 emergency helpline by one of Bhatt’s friends, prompting a swift response from police teams and a Police Response Vehicle (PRV).
Local divers were called to the site and managed to pull Bhatt out of the water. He was rushed to a nearby hospital, where doctors declared him dead, police said, as reported by PTI.
Officials added that other students who had entered the water in an attempt to rescue him were safely brought out and are in stable condition.
Investigation Underway
Police said they are examining all aspects of the case and have initiated further legal proceedings.
“All aspects of the incident are being investigated, and further legal proceedings are underway,” Khan said.
आज दिनांक 08.04.2026 को थाना सेक्टर-126 क्षेत्र के अंतर्गत एक निजी यूनिवर्सिटी के चार छात्र परीक्षा समाप्त होने के उपरांत सुपरनोवा के पास स्थित एक खाली पड़े पुराने निर्माण स्थल पर पार्टी/पिकनिक करने गए थे, जहां पर पार्टी के दौरान एक छात्र पास में भरे हुए पानी में नहाने के लिए उतर… pic.twitter.com/C8KkcNCquW
— POLICE COMMISSIONERATE GAUTAM BUDDH NAGAR (@noidapolice) April 8, 2026
Bhatt was a final-year student at Amity School of Physical Education. In a statement, the university said he had left campus after appearing for an examination earlier in the day.
“We were informed by police about his death. Police is investigating the cause of his death and we are fully cooperating with police. We express our deepest condolences to the bereaved family members,” the statement said.
Related Video
Middle East conflict: Fragile Ceasefire Raises Doubts as Regional Tensions Persist
Frequently Asked Questions
What happened to the student at the abandoned construction site?
Where did the incident occur?
The incident took place at an abandoned construction site near Supernova, within the jurisdiction of Sector 126 police station in Noida.
What were the students doing at the site?
Four students had gone to the abandoned construction site for a picnic after finishing their examinations.
Were other students harmed during the incident?
Students who attempted to rescue their friend were safely brought out of the water and are reported to be in stable condition.
Advertisement
Top Headlines
Cities
Amity Student Drowns In Water-Filled Pit At Abandoned Construction Site In Noida
Cities
After A Nip In The Air, Delhi Temperatures To Rise From Today
Cities
Gorakhpur’s AI Flood System Cuts Waterlogging by 65%, Sets Benchmark for Smart Urban Management
Cities
'There Is No One Except Allah…' Row Over Question At Ujjain University Exam
Advertisement
Advertisement
