NDA Cadet Drowns During Swimming Practice Session, Second Death This Month

In a shocking incident, an 18-year-old cadet at Pune’s National Defence Academy drowned during swimming practice on Thursday evening, days after another cadet was found dead on the campus, an official

said.

The deceased, identified as Aditya Yadav, a first-time cadet, was found motionless on the surface of the water during practice for weak swimmers. Defence PRO, Pune, Ankush Chavan said the incident occurred at around 5pm on Thursday.

“Today at around 1700, an incident occurred during the swimming practice for weak swimmers under the supervision of instructors. The trainees were swimming along the width of the pool, and Cadet Aditya D Yadav (18 years) was suddenly found motionless on the surface of the water,” the Defence PRO said.

According to NDA sources, an instructor was present during the practice session.

Observing him motionless, two lifeguards immediately dove in and pulled him out. Prompt Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) and medical aid were given on site and then at the Military Hospital, Khadakwasla; however, the cadet could not be revived.

Chavan said a formal inquiry has been ordered to ascertain the exact cause of the accident and the next of kin have been informed.

Earlier this month, another 18-year-old cadet identified as Antriksh Kumar Singh was found dead at his hostel room in the academy on October 10. Antriksh, a native of Uttar Pradesh,  was a first-term cadet from Charlie Squadron at the NDA.