Tragic Boat Capsize at Bargi Dam: Survivors Report Safety Lapses
MP tourism boat sailed despite yellow alert, life jackets locked below deck
Hindustan Times
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The Narmada Queen, a tourist boat in Madhya Pradesh, capsized during a storm, resulting in at least nine deaths and several missing. Survivors reported that the boat sailed despite a weather alert, and life jackets were not distributed before boarding, leading to chaos when the storm hit.
- 01The Narmada Queen capsized during a storm, resulting in at least nine fatalities.
- 02Survivors reported that the boat sailed despite a yellow alert for severe weather.
- 03Life jackets were not distributed before boarding, causing panic when the storm struck.
- 04Local residents warned the crew to return before the boat capsized, but their warnings were ignored.
- 05Rescue operations faced challenges due to darkness and the boat's submerged position.
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The Narmada Queen, a tourist boat operated by the Madhya Pradesh Tourism Department, capsized at Bargi Dam, leading to at least nine fatalities and several missing individuals. Survivors reported that the boat was allowed to sail despite a yellow alert for severe weather issued by the Indian Meteorological Department, warning of thunderstorms and gusty winds. Witnesses claimed that passengers were not provided life jackets before boarding, which contributed to the chaos as the storm struck. Eyewitness Rajesh Soni criticized the decision to sail, stating that the crew only began searching for life jackets after conditions worsened. Panic ensued when life jackets were finally distributed, resulting in scuffles among passengers. Local residents attempted to alert the crew to return for 15-20 minutes before the boat capsized, but their warnings went unheeded. Rescue operations began late due to darkness, with divers recovering five bodies by Friday evening, while five individuals remain missing, including four children and one woman. Families of the missing continue to hold out hope for their loved ones.
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The tragic incident raises concerns about safety protocols for tourist boats, particularly regarding weather advisories and emergency preparedness.
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