Berhampur, India – A 22-year-old YouTuber, Sagar Kundu, from Berhampur, was swept away by strong currents while filming a video at Duduma Waterfall under Machkund police limits on Saturday afternoon.

Sagar had ventured into the middle of the stream by jumping across rocks despite warnings from his friends about the rising water levels. He was reportedly filming a live video when the incident occurred around 4:30 p.m..

A joint rescue operation involving ODRAF, fire services, local police, and villagers has been ongoing since Saturday. On Monday, officials confirmed that while some of Sagar’s equipment, including a bag and batteries, was recovered, no trace of his body has yet been found.

Sagar was accompanied by fellow YouTuber Abhijit Behera from Cuttack’s Jobra area, and other friends. They had captured footage and drone shots at several locations before the mishap.

Local authorities continue search operations amid difficult terrain and strong currents.