World · India Bureau
Boat capsizes in Ganges river in Bihar; eight feared dead
A boat carrying approximately 20 passengers capsized in the Ganges river near Rampur Shyamchand village in Hajipur, Bihar on Tuesday. Rescue operations are underway with eight people feared drowned in the incident.
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The boat overturned in waters near Rampur Shyamchand village, located within the jurisdiction of Raghopur police station in Hajipur district. All passengers aboard were travelling together to attend a community meal event when the tragedy struck.
Local authorities have launched immediate rescue operations following the incident. Divers and rescue personnel have been deployed to search for the missing passengers in the river.
The Ganges river, a major waterway in the region, occasionally experiences such incidents during monsoon seasons and periods of high water flow. Investigations into the exact cause of the capsize are underway, with authorities examining factors such as overcrowding, weather conditions, and vessel safety standards.
Officials have appealed to residents with information about the incident to come forward. Updates on rescue efforts and confirmed casualty figures are expected to be released as operations continue.