Man drowns during Holi trip in Curchorem

A family Holi picnic in Curchorem turned tragic when 43-year-old Vinay Desai drowned in a river on Friday evening. His body was found on Saturday afternoon after a six-hour search involving locals and emergency services. Desai was swimming while his family prepared food nearby. They raised the alarm when he went missing, prompting a search that included boat efforts by the fire department. Desai, a plumber, leaves behind two children. His death has deeply affected his family and the local community.