At least 14 people have died after a passenger boat capsized in the Ganga River near Rampur Shyamchand village in Bihar’s Vaishali district. Women and children are believed to be among the victims, while rescue and recovery efforts have continued following the incident.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi has announced an ex-gratia payment of ₹2 lakh for the next of kin of each deceased person, according to the information provided. Further details regarding the relief measures and the investigation are awaited.
Six Hospitalised, Three Rescued Safely
Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD) leader and Raghopur MLA Tejashwi Yadav said six people had been admitted to hospital, while three others were rescued safely.
The accident took place within the jurisdiction of the Raghopur police station. Initial reports indicated that the boat was carrying people returning from a feast when it overturned in the river.
The exact number of passengers aboard the vessel and the circumstances that caused it to capsize have not yet been established in the information available.
Death Toll Rises as More Bodies Are Recovered
Vaishali District Magistrate Varsha Singh initially confirmed 11 deaths to India Today. The toll subsequently increased to 14 after additional bodies were recovered, according to Tejashwi Yadav.
Authorities are expected to establish the identities of the victims and determine the full sequence of events as further details emerge.
Investigation and Relief Measures Awaited
The incident has prompted concern over passenger safety on river transport. The investigation will be important in determining what led to the boat capsizing and whether safety requirements were followed.
The identities of all victims, the condition of those injured and further details about the rescue operation remain awaited. Additional official information is expected to clarify the circumstances of the tragedy and the assistance being provided to affected families.
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