Kendrapada: The body of missing minor girl swept away in the water current of Luna River at Banapada village in Mahakalpada block of Odisha’s Kendrapada district was recovered on Sunday.
The deceased Abilipsa Behera (14) and another girl from her class were taking a bath in the Luna River early on Saturday when they were swept away by the water current.
While villagers present on the spot managed to rescue her friend, Behera went missing.
A search operation was started by Fire department personnel and villagers.
Abhilipsa’s body was recovered on Sunday morning.