Far North Queensland drownings prompt tributes [Video]

Tributes to Chaitanya Mupparaju and Surya Teja Bobba began pouring in online yesterday as news spread through various Indian communities.

The men were found dead after going swimming at Millaa Millaa Falls, about 70 kilometres south of Cairns, on Tuesday morning.

Their deaths provoked an outpouring of grief and warnings to be certain about swimming abilities before going near the water.

In an online fundraiser that had already raised more than $90,000 by last night, Surya Mangapati said the tragedy left “their families and loved ones shattered beyond words”.

“Their untimely departure has left a void that can never be filled,” he said, describing the men as “promising young students”.

“In this time of profound grief, we are coming together to support their …