Tragedy in Unnao Diver Allegedly Delayed Rescue of Deputy Director Over Payment Dispute

Unnao, Uttar Pradesh– In a shocking and distressing turn of events, a deputy director from Varanasi drowned in the Ganges after it is alleged that a diver refused to attempt a rescue until he received payment. The incident has sparked outrage and drawn attention to the ethical responsibilities of emergency service providers.

Diver’s Payment Dispute Delays Rescue Efforts

Aditya Vardhan Singh, a 45-year-old deputy director in the Health Department from Varanasi, had gone to Nanamau Ghat for a leisure outing with friends on Saturday. Singh and his companions were enjoying a bath in the river when he was swept away by a strong current and went missing.

The situation took a grim turn when a diver was called in to assist with the rescue. According to reports, the diver demanded a payment of ₹10,000 in cash. Although it was later agreed that the payment would be made online, the diver allegedly refused to start the rescue operation until the money was confirmed. By the time the payment was processed, it was too late, and Singh could not be found.

Ongoing Search Efforts by NDRF and Local Authorities

The National Disaster Response Force (NDRF) team, alongside local authorities, has been conducting an extensive search operation for Singh in the Ganges. Despite their efforts, there have been no significant findings as of now.

The incident has drawn sharp criticism and raised serious concerns about the conduct of emergency response personnel and the ethical considerations in such critical situations. The local administration and the public are calling for a thorough investigation into the diver’s actions and the protocols for emergency responses.