Telangana youth dies after rescuing three friends from drowning in Louisiana river
Koduru Anuroop Reddy, a 23-year-old Telangana student, died on May 29 at Toro Bayou Park in Louisiana after rescuing three friends from the Sabine River, becoming entangled in a fishing net and swept away by strong currents. Reddy had recently completed a Master's degree in computer science from the University of North Texas and was set to begin work later this month. His death drew widespread mourning and official recognition, with Telangana Chief Minister A. Revanth Reddy issuing a letter of commendation praising his bravery.
Koduru Anuroop Reddy, 23, a Telangana native studying in the United States, lost his life on May 29, 2026, while saving three friends who had accidentally slipped into the Sabine River during a camping trip at Toro Bayou Park in Louisiana. Reddy jumped into the water and successfully pulled his friends to safety, but his feet became entangled in a fishing net and he was swept away by strong currents. A native of Shaligowraram in Nalgonda district, Reddy had moved to the US in 2024 and had just completed a Master's degree in computer science from the University of North Texas, with employment expected to begin later in June. His body was repatriated to India and arrived at Rajiv Gandhi International Airport on Tuesday before being taken to his family home in Kavadipalli village in Rangareddy district, where his funeral was held amid emotional scenes. Telangana Chief Minister A. Revanth Reddy issued a formal letter of commendation, calling Reddy's act a reflection of the highest values of humanity, and the state government arranged a special ambulance for the body's transport. Bhongir MP Chamala Kiran Kumar Reddy coordinated with the Indian embassy and the Telangana NRI department to facilitate the return of the body. The Chief Minister also extended condolences to Reddy's parents, Rajender Reddy and Durgabhavani, and his brother Ashrith Reddy, pledging government support to the bereaved family.
What's missing
It is unclear whether US authorities conducted a formal investigation into the incident or whether any safety warnings or regulations were in place at Toro Bayou Park regarding fishing nets or swimming hazards.
What different sources said
- The HinduCenter
Telangana youth dies after saving friends from drowning in U.S., funeral held in Rangareddy
- Times of IndiaCenter
Telangana student jumps into river to save 3 friends in US, gets trapped in fishing net, dies
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