At least eight people are feared dead after a boat carrying around 15 to 20 people capsized in the Ganga River near Rampur Shyamchand village in Bihar’s Hajipur district. The incident occurred under the jurisdiction of the Raghopur police station.
According to preliminary reports, the passengers were travelling by boat to attend a feast when the vessel overturned in the river, triggering a major accident. Initial reports suggest that between five and eight people may have died in the incident. However, the exact number of casualties has not yet been officially confirmed.
Further details regarding the circumstances leading to the accident and the identities of those affected are awaited.
The incident has raised concerns over the safety of people travelling by boats across the river. The number of passengers on board, estimated at 15 to 20, remains based on initial information.
This is a developing story. It will be updated.
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