Tragic Boat Capsize at Bargi Dam Claims Lives of Mother and Child
Jabalpur boat capsize: Son-in-law broke lock on cabinet with life jackets, staff didn’t help, says father of woman who drowned with child
The Indian Express
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A boat capsized at Bargi Dam in Jabalpur, Madhya Pradesh, during a storm, resulting in the drowning of Marina Mesi (38) and her four-year-old son Trishan. Survivors reported inadequate safety measures and lack of assistance from the cruise staff despite prior weather warnings.
- 01Marina Mesi and her son drowned during a storm at Bargi Dam.
- 02The boat capsized despite a weather advisory warning of high winds.
- 03Survivors criticized the cruise staff for failing to assist during the emergency.
- 04Only 11 bodies have been recovered, with 28 people rescued.
- 05The incident highlights serious safety concerns regarding cruise operations.
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A tragic incident occurred at Bargi Dam in Jabalpur, Madhya Pradesh, where a cruise boat capsized during a storm on Thursday, leading to the drowning of Marina Mesi (38) and her four-year-old son Trishan. The family was on the boat with five members when it began taking on water. Survivors reported that the cruise staff did not assist them during the emergency, and the lack of life jackets contributed to the tragedy. Marina's husband, Prabhakar, witnessed the drowning and expressed his despair over the situation. Eyewitnesses reported that a weather advisory warning of 40-50 kmph winds was issued a day prior, yet the cruise departed around 4:30 PM. By 6 PM, conditions worsened, prompting warnings from those on the riverbank that were ignored. As of Saturday, 11 bodies have been recovered, and 28 individuals rescued, raising serious concerns about safety protocols in place for cruise operations in the region.
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This tragedy raises concerns about safety measures for cruise operations during adverse weather conditions, potentially leading to stricter regulations.
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