At least 10 dead after boat capsizes in Bihar’s Vaishali
In a heart-wrenching event in the Raghopur Diara vicinity of Vaishali district, a boat capsized, tragically involving many children. The local community is in distress, with RJD leader Tejashwi Yadav voicing his grief and urging immediate rescue actions. The administration is actively working to hasten relief efforts and support victims, while officials keep a vigilant watch on the unfolding…
A boat capsized on the Ganga river in Bihar's Vaishali district on Tuesday night, resulting in at least 13 deaths. The incident occurred in Rampur Shyamchand panchayat, under Raghopur police station jurisdiction. Seven survivors were being treated at a primary health center, while three to four others remained missing. The passengers were mostly children and young men traveling to a feast at Singheshwar Rai's residence near Mata Maharani Sthan in Bhagatan Tola.
Local residents, police, and administrative officials quickly responded to the scene, launching rescue efforts involving SDRF teams and local divers. The deceased included Pinky Kumari, Ankita Kumari, Sunita Kumari, Aryan Kumar, Alisha Kumari, Siki Kumari, Bhonu Kumari, Meera Kumari, and Naman Kumar. Their deaths brought the death toll to 13, with the remaining missing individuals yet to be confirmed.
Vaishali SP Shubhank Mishra confirmed that five bodies had been recovered from the river, and rescue operations continued to locate the unaccounted for. Bihar Chief Minister Samrat Choudhary expressed his condolences, offering financial assistance of Rs 4 lakh to the families of the deceased. The administration was directed to expedite rescue, relief, and treatment operations, and ensure the best possible medical care for the injured.
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