Kendrapara, Apr 27: In a tragic mishap, two girls drowned while taking a bath in the Luna River. The mishap came to the fore from Bandhapada in Mahakalapada in Kendrapara district this morning. 

According to the information, two girls of Bandhapada went to take a bath, when the mishap took place.

"Locals saw them drowning and tried to save the girls, but they could save one girl and the other girl is still missing", according to the provided information.

The girl who is still missing is identified as Abhilipsa Behera.

On being informed, fire officials reached the spot and initiated a search operation. 

More information on the matter is still awaited.