On June 14, 2026, a tragic incident occurred in the Krishna river in Palnadu district, where a boat capsized, leading to the drowning of four people, including two children.
In the aftermath, six individuals were successfully rescued from the water, but the loss of life has prompted an outpouring of grief.
Chief Minister Chandrababu Naidu expressed his sorrow over the incident and announced a compensation of ₹5 lakh each for the families of the deceased, directing immediate disbursement of the funds.