Shimla, Jun 25 (PTI) A couple tragically lost their lives after falling into a gorge while returning to their village in Chamba district, officials said on Thursday.
The deceased have been identified as Gaurakh Kumar (33) and his wife, Sushma (26), both residents of Dawadi village in Chamba district.
According to officials, the incident occurred when the couple was heading back to their village. Gaurakh lost his balance and fell into the gorge. In an attempt to save him, Sushma also lost her footing and fell alongside him, leading to their deaths.
Locals noticed the incident and promptly alerted the police, who dispatched a team to the scene. With the assistance of locals, the police recovered the bodies and transported them to a local hospital for a postmortem examination.
Police officials confirmed the report and said that further investigation is underway. PTI/COR MPL MPL
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