Daijiworld Media Network – Udupi
Udupi, June 15: In a tragic incident, Ronald Fernandes (52), a resident of Kedar, Udyavara, died after accidentally falling into a drain near his house.
Sources said the mishap occurred as he was returning home after finishing work. He is believed to have slipped and fallen into the drain located behind his house, which led to his untimely death.

Ronald was unmarried and is survived by his mother, siblings, and other close family members.
The incident has cast a pall of gloom over the local community.