Indian student drowns after falling into waterfall in New York state, Indian consulate offers condolence

Indian student dies after falling in waterfall in New York state
Indian student dies after falling in US waterfall. Photo Courtesy: Unsplash

An Indian national drowned after falling into a waterfall at Albany in New York state, officials said.

The Indian student was identified as Sai Surya Avinash Gadde.

According to reports, Gadde’s home state in India is Andhra Pradesh. He was a student at Trine University.

“We are deeply saddened by the tragic loss of Mr. Sai Surya Avinash Gadde, a student at Trine University, who drowned on 7th July at Barbervilley Falls, Albany, NY,” the Indian Consulate in New York posted on X.

The Embassy further said: “We extend our heartfelt condolences to his grieving family and friends. @IndiainNewYork is extending all necessary assistance, including issuance of NOC for the transportation of Mr Gadde’s mortal remains to India.”