Nilavan, 11, of Karambai, near Thanjavur, drowned in a tank at Sivagamipuram on Saturday.According to sources, the victim, studying Class XI at a school in nearby Thanjavur, went to the tank at nearby Sivagmipuram along with his friends on the afternoon of June 6 to have a bath. Nilavan, who did not know swimming, drifted deep into the tank and drowned.He was brought to the shore by passers by and wash rushed to the Thanjavur Medical College hospital where he was declared dead on arrival. The Vallam police have registered a case and are investigating, sources said. Published - June 06, 2026 04:45 pm IST