Rescue Efforts Ongoing After Cruise Boat Capsizes in Jabalpur, Madhya Pradesh
Jabalpur tragedy: Cruise pilot narrates terrifying ordeal all that went wrong on the day of accident
The Economic Times
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A tragic cruise boat accident at Bargi Dam in Jabalpur district, Madhya Pradesh, has resulted in six confirmed deaths and nine missing persons, including five children. Rescue operations have evacuated 24 passengers, with some hospitalized due to injuries. The boat capsized amid strong winds and adverse weather conditions.
- 01Six confirmed deaths from the cruise boat accident.
- 02Nine people, including five children, are still missing.
- 03Rescue operations have successfully evacuated 24 passengers.
- 04The incident occurred at Bargi Dam due to sudden strong winds.
- 05The remaining rescued passengers are receiving medical treatment.
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A cruise boat accident at Bargi Dam in Jabalpur district, Madhya Pradesh, has led to a tragic situation with six confirmed fatalities and nine missing persons, including five children. The incident occurred when the tourist cruise capsized in the Narmada backwaters near Khamariya Island, reportedly due to sudden strong winds and adverse weather conditions. Rescue operations have been ongoing, with 24 passengers successfully evacuated. Out of those rescued, seven have returned home, while the others are hospitalized for treatment. The local administration, led by the Jabalpur Collector, is prioritizing the search for the missing individuals, emphasizing the urgency of the situation.
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The incident has raised concerns about safety regulations for tourist boats in the region, prompting authorities to review protocols.
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