A catastrophic incident unfolded near the city of Ballia when a boat capsized in the Ganga river, resulting in three fatalities. The boat was said to be carrying between 50 to 100 passengers at the time of the accident.
Inadequate Safety Measures on the Boat
According to Narendra Rai, the representative of the village head of Haibatpur, the boat was ill-equipped for safety. Proper arrangements, such as life jackets or emergency protocols, were not in place, putting the passengers in a vulnerable position during the mishap.
The local administration and rescue teams have been alerted and operations are underway to rescue the remaining passengers. The bodies of the deceased have been retrieved and their identities are being established.
While the exact cause of the accident is not yet known, authorities are investigating whether overloading or adverse weather conditions played a role in the capsize.
Our thoughts and condolences go out to the families of the deceased, and we wish a swift recovery to all affected by this tragic incident.
News Recap
- A boat capsizes in the Ganga river near the city of Ballia, leading to three confirmed deaths.
- The boat was reportedly carrying between 50 to 100 passengers during the accident.
- Village head representative Haibatpur Narendra Rai states that proper safety arrangements were not in place on the boat.
- The cause of the accident remains unknown, with investigations ongoing.
- Rescue operations are underway to save the remaining passengers.
