On Phillip Island in Australia’s Victoria, four Indians lost their lives after drowning at an unpatrolled beach, as reported by the Indian High Commission in Canberra on Thursday. Heartbreaking Tragedy Unfolds in AustraliaThe Indian High Commission in Canberra revealed the heartbreaking news on Thursday that four Indians met a tragic end in a drowning incident at Phillip Island, Victoria. Promotion Raises Safety ConcernsThe incident has sparked concerns among locals about the safety of promoting Phillip Island as a tourist destination. Social media posts reflected worries about the potential for more incidents, with one local resident cautioning that increased promotion could lead to heightened risks. “If the island is going to be pushed so hard as a tourist destination, there will be more and more incidents,” warned a resident on social media.

Source: Economic Times January 25, 2024 10:39 UTC