According to a report by the Hindustan Times, drowning incidents occurred during the "Jivitputrika Festival," when women fast for the well-being of their children and enter the river together. State officials announced that 46 people, including 37 children, lost their lives in drowning incidents that took place during the religious ritual in 15 different regions. Authorities stated that search efforts for the missing persons are ongoing. The Chief Minister of the state, Nitish Kumar, expressed his condolences to the families of the deceased and announced that compensation would be provided to the families.
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