Udupi, August 22, 2025 – A tragic incident occurred off the coast of Sasthan Koditale, near the Sita River estuary in Udupi, when a fishing boat capsized due to strong waves on Friday morning, August 22, 2025. The accident claimed the life of Sharath Kharvi, a 27-year-old fisherman, while his companions, Akshay Kharvi and Manjunath Kharvi, narrowly escaped and swam to shore.

The three fishermen had ventured into the sea for fishing when their boat overturned in the turbulent waters near the estuary. While Akshay and Manjunath managed to reach the shore, Sharath drowned in the mishap. The survivors are currently receiving medical treatment at Udupi District Hospital. The boat was lost to the sea, resulting in financial damages estimated to be in the lakhs of rupees.

A case has been registered at Kota Police Station (UDR No. 45/2025, Section 194 BNSS) to investigate the circumstances of the incident.