Bantwal : A youth named Praveen Kulal (22)  from Kalladka  who worked as welder in Mangalore, reportedly drowned in Netravathi River at Manjalpade in Sajipamunnur village  of the taluk on September 8, Sunday.

It is learnt he had gone for a bath along with his friend Kamalaksha. Both along with three others had come to Manjalpade to attend the wedding of a friend.

It is learnt though Kamalaksha tried to save Praveeen it was of no use.

Several local swimmers plunged into the water to trace the body of Praveen  but of no avail.

Bantwal police have registered a case.