Dr Balraj Sethi who is the head of Novartis Malaysia’s country medical affairs, goes missing after diving into the Alaknanda River while attempting to save his father.
Key Takeaways
- The head of Novartis Malaysia’s country medical affairs is Dr Balraj Sethi.
- Dr Balraj Sethi was reported missing on Tuesday, September 24, 2024, after he dived into the Alaknanda River.
- His friend Kevin Sugumaran expects nothing from the Indian authorities.
- Dr Balraj Sethi’s brother Suraaj Sethi is requesting people help him locate his missing brother.
In a shocking turn of events, the head of Novartis Malaysia’s country medical affairs Dr Balraj Sethi was reported missing after some unexpected events unfolded in the northern part of India near the Alaknanda River on Tuesday, September 24, 2024. As per the reports, Dr Balraj Sethi was announced missing after he dived into the Alaknanda River when its current speed was quite higher than usual. Since this news broke out that Dr Balraj Sethi had disappeared or was swept away in the strong current of the Indian river, the people who knew Dr Balraj Sethi in person, have been raising their concerns over his safety and whereabouts. It has been several days but the missing Malaysian doctor has not been located yet, adding a layer of fear and worry to his family and friends. Recently, one of Dr Balraj Sethi’s friends interacted with the media and expressed his concerns. Stick with this page and go through the article to the end.
People who are still uninitiated about it, are wondering why Dr Balraj Sethi dived into the strong currents of the Alaknanda river. The police reports have stated that the head of Novartis Malaysia’s country medical affairs dived into the water in a bid to rescue his father. Yes, you read that right, Dr Balraj Sethi did not hesitate once before diving into the river with the strong currents when his father was in danger. A friend of Dr. Balraj Sethi named Kevin Sugumaran recently said that the authorities could not find his missing friend Dr. Balraj Sethi despite the ongoing search and rescue operation, expressing his no faith in the Indian authorities as the search operation has entered the fourth day.
Family Pleads for Help as Dr. Balraj Sethi Remains Missing After River Rescue Attempt
He further said that they received a call from the Malaysian High Commission this afternoon and they told them that the search operation is still ongoing. However, they hope the local authorities will take more proactive measures in locating and rescuing the missing Dr. Balraj. Speaking about the circumstances surrounding the incident that caused Dr. Balraj Sethi to jump into the river, he dived into the river just to save his father who was caught in the river’s strong currents.
Dr. Balraj Sethi’s father is Suresh Chandra who is currently 67 years of age. While Dr. Balraj Sethi is 40 years old. Reportedly, the 67-year-old man had been caught in the strong currents of the Alaknanda River, causing his 40-year-old son to jump into the river. However, the old man was rescued just only after 200 meters but Dr. Balraj Sethi was swept away by the strong currents.
As per the authorities, Dr. Balraj Sethi with his family went to the Alaknanda River for a ritual called “tarpan” during which water is offered to ancestors. Unfortunately, his father is caught in the strong currents, compelling him to venture deep into the river to save his father. Police said the rescue team already present at the scene successfully rescued his father Chandra but Dr. Balraj was carried away.
In Case You Didn’t Know
- Malaysian doctor Dr. Balraj Sethi along with his parents, son, and cousin visited India on September 14, 2024.
- Dr. Balraj Sethi and his family planned a 10-day pilgrimage trip to India.
- He and his family visited Badrinath Temple on Tuesday, September 24, 2024, to complete their pilgrimage journey.
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