Tragic Boat Capsize in Barh Claims Seven Lives, Search for Missing Continues
Seven people drowned after a passenger boat capsized in Barh, with rescue operations ongoing for the remaining missing individuals. Authorities are addressing issues of unregistered boats to prevent similar tragedies. Eyewitnesses recounted the incident, highlighting the peril faced by women aboard the ill-fated vessel.
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In a tragic incident early Thursday morning, a passenger boat capsized in Barh, resulting in the drowning of seven individuals, according to officials. Of the 14 passengers who fell into the water, seven were rescued, and search teams are actively working to locate the five still missing.
Rural Superintendent of Police Kundan Kumar and District Magistrate Thiyagarajan arrived at the scene to oversee the ongoing rescue operations. Speaking to reporters, Thiyagarajan confirmed the recovery of two bodies and detailed efforts to find the missing. The administration is now scrutinizing the operation of unregistered boats in a bid to prevent future mishaps.
Eyewitness accounts reveal the boat, predominantly carrying women destined for vegetable collection, overturned midstream at dawn. Survivors describe the chaotic moments when the vessel capsized, with some managing to swim to safety. Families continue to search for their missing loved ones amid grief and uncertainty.
(With inputs from agencies.)
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