Ukhiya, Aug 14 (V7N) – A tragic incident occurred in the Holadiapalong area of Ukhiya when a 3-and-a-half-year-old child drowned in a pond on Wednesday. The deceased has been identified as Ayesha Akter, daughter of Hafiz Farid of Holadiapalong.
 
According to local sources, Ayesha was playing near her home around noon when she accidentally fell into the pond. After a short while, family members realized she was missing and began searching the surrounding area. She was eventually found in the pond and rushed to a nearby hospital, where the attending doctors declared her dead.
 
The entire village is mourning the loss of the young child.
 
Ukhiya Police Station’s acting officer-in-charge, Mohammad Arif Hossain, confirmed the incident. He added that the child was buried with official permission.
 
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