Gajuwaka youth drowns at Yarada Beach in Visakhapatnam

A 19-year-old youth named P. Abhishek drowned at Yarada Beach in Visakhapatnam after being swept away by strong currents. Local authorities, including the Navy and fishermen, recovered his body after an intensive search operation.
Why it matters
This incident highlights the ongoing safety risks at popular coastal tourist destinations and the necessity for better beach safety protocols.
A 19-year-old youth drowned at Yarada Beach in Visakhapatnam on Sunday (June 14, 2026). The deceased was identified as P. Abhishek, a resident of B.C. Road, Gajuwaka.
The article is a straightforward, factual report of a local tragedy without editorializing.
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