Kundapur, September 20, 2025 – The body of a first-year PU student who went missing after leaving college on Thursday evening was discovered on Saturday morning along the Dakuhitlu riverbank in Gangolli. Intensive searches involving police, fire services, and locals had been ongoing since the disappearance.

Namesh (17), son of Lavish Poojary from Hemmadi Santosh Nagar, was a student at a private college. He left his iPhone at home, as recently gifted by his father, and rode his bike from college but never reached home. His bike and college bag were found near the Kannadakudru riverbank, prompting fears for his safety.

Intensive Search Efforts
When Namesh did not return even after nightfall, his family filed a missing person report at Kundapur City Police Station and initiated searches. On Friday, the hunt continued with assistance from the fire department and local swimmer Dinesh Kharvi from Gangolli. Despite efforts until evening, no trace was found in the Kannadakudru river.

The body was spotted on Saturday morning near Dakuhitlu riverbank in Gangolli. Police investigations will determine the exact cause of death.