Kundapura: The Kundapur Police Department honored a dedicated team with commendation certificates for their efforts in locating and retrieving the body of Vasudha Chakravarti, a 46-year-old woman from Bengaluru, who was found deceased near the Souparnika River in Kollur. The body was discovered approximately three kilometers from the riverbank after a 72-hour intensive search operation conducted in challenging conditions.

The operation, carried out amidst heavy rain and through dense forest terrain, culminated in the recovery of Vasudha’s body on September 1, 2025. The team successfully transported the body back to Kollur, a task that earned widespread public appreciation for their perseverance and commitment. The commendation ceremony, held under the guidance of Udupi SP Hariram Shankar, was led by DYSP H.D. Kulkarni, who presented the certificates to recognize the team’s exemplary service.

The commended individuals included fire brigade personnel Sachin J., Ravi Manjunath Gowda, expert divers Ishwar Malpe and Harish Poojari, Mohammed Ibrahim Gangolli from 24×7 Aapadbhandhava Helpline, and local residents Pradeep Bhat Sampre, Nagaraj Naik Bawadi, and Umesh Bhat Goligudde. Kollur Police Station Officer Vinay M. Korlahalli and other police personnel were also recognized for their leadership in the operation.

Mohammed Ibrahim MH has thanked his team members Babba Ibrahim and Vikas for their joint efforts during this operation.

The ceremony was attended by Byndoor Circle Inspector Nilesh Chauhan, Kundapura Rural Circle Inspector Jayaram D. Gowda, and other officials, who joined in applauding the collaborative effort of police, emergency services, and civilians.