The incident occurred in the Raghopur area, under the jurisdiction of Raghopur police station. Preliminary reports suggested that around 20 people were travelling on the boat when it overturned in the river.
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At least 14 people have died after a boat carrying passengers capsized in the Ganga River in Bihar’s Vaishali district, triggering a rescue operation near Rampur Shyamchand village. Several women and children are believed to be among the victims.
The incident occurred in the Raghopur area, under the jurisdiction of Raghopur police station. Preliminary reports suggested that around 20 people were travelling on the boat when it overturned in the river.
According to reports, some children had boarded the boat to attend a feast and were returning when the accident took place. The exact circumstances that led to the boat capsizing are yet to be established.
Raghopur MLA and Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD) leader Tejashwi Yadav said six people had been admitted to hospital, while three others were rescued safely. The number of casualties was initially reported to be lower, but subsequent updates indicated that 14 bodies had been recovered.
Vaishali District Magistrate Varsha Singh had earlier confirmed 11 deaths, while further information from local authorities and political representatives indicated a rising toll.
Bihar CM Announces Compensation
Chief Minister Samrat Choudhary expressed grief over the loss of life and announced financial assistance of Rs 4 lakh for the family of each deceased person.
He also directed the administration to expedite rescue and relief operations and ensure proper medical treatment for the injured.
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Tejashwi Yadav, Vice-President Expresses Grief
Tejashwi Yadav expressed sorrow over the tragedy in his constituency and said he had spoken to the district administration to ensure that rescue operations and medical assistance were carried out promptly.
Vice-President CP Radhakrishnan also condoled the deaths and expressed concern for those who might still be missing.
Further details about the victims and the circumstances surrounding the accident are awaited. The tragedy has once again drawn attention to passenger safety on boats operating across rivers.