Death Toll in Madhya Pradesh Boat Tragedy Rises to 10; Search Continues for Missing Tourists
MP boat tragedy: Death toll rises to 10 with recovery of one more body; 3 tourists still missing
Hindustan Times
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In Jabalpur district, Madhya Pradesh, the death toll from a boat tragedy has reached ten after the recovery of a child's body from Bargi Dam. Search efforts continue for three missing tourists, with allegations of negligence regarding safety measures during the incident.
- 01The death toll from the boat tragedy has risen to ten.
- 02Three tourists are still missing, including two children.
- 03The boat capsized due to a storm, raising concerns about safety protocols.
- 04Over 200 rescuers, including Army divers, are involved in the search operation.
- 05The state government has ordered a probe and dismissed three crew members.
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The tragic boat accident at Bargi Dam in Jabalpur district, Madhya Pradesh, has resulted in a death toll of ten following the recovery of a child's body. The incident occurred during a storm on Thursday, with survivors alleging negligence, including the failure to distribute life jackets. The body recovered is believed to be that of six-year-old Viraj Soni, while three individuals, including two children, remain missing. Authorities have mobilized over 200 rescuers, including 20 Army divers from Agra, to expand search operations across a five-kilometer radius. The state government has initiated a probe into the incident and dismissed three crew members from the boat. Additionally, operations of similar vessels have been suspended pending investigation. Police confirmed that 28 out of 41 passengers were rescued, and a First Information Report will be registered soon as the search for the missing continues.
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The tragedy raises serious concerns about safety regulations for tourist activities in Madhya Pradesh.
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