Tragic Boat Capsize in Jabalpur District Claims Four Lives
Jabalpur boat accident: 4 dead after boat capsizes in MP's Jabalpur
The Economic Times
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A tragic incident occurred in Jabalpur district, Madhya Pradesh, India, where a cruise boat capsized in the Bargi River, resulting in the deaths of four passengers. Eighteen people were rescued, while 15 to 18 individuals remain missing after the boat overturned due to a sudden storm.
- 01Four people have drowned in a boat accident in Jabalpur district.
- 02The boat was carrying 35 to 40 passengers at the time of the incident.
- 03Eighteen individuals were rescued from the Bargi River.
- 04Search operations are ongoing for the 15 to 18 missing passengers.
- 05The accident was triggered by a sudden storm.
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In a tragic boating accident on Thursday, four people drowned when a cruise boat capsized in the Bargi River in Jabalpur district, Madhya Pradesh, India. The boat, which was carrying approximately 35 to 40 passengers, overturned due to a sudden storm. Authorities reported that eighteen individuals were rescued, while 15 to 18 passengers remain unaccounted for. City Superintendent of Police Anjul Mishra confirmed that recovery operations are actively underway to locate and rescue the missing individuals. The incident highlights the dangers posed by sudden weather changes on water bodies, emphasizing the need for safety measures in such recreational activities.
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The incident raises concerns about safety regulations for passenger boats in the region, especially during adverse weather conditions.
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