Nine Dead, Dozens Missing After Boat Carrying Punjab Pilgrims Capsizes in Yamuna River, India
At least nine people have lost their lives and dozens more are reported missing after a boat carrying pilgrims from Punjab capsized in the Yamuna River near Vrindavan, Uttar Pradesh. The devastating accident occurred on Tuesday, sending shockwaves through the community and sparking an urgent rescue operation.
According to officials, the incident happened around 9 pm local time when the boat was ferrying around 45-50 devotees from Punjab to Vrindavan as part of a religious pilgrimage. The boat was reportedly carrying devotees who were visiting the sacred site of Lord Krishna.
Eyewitnesses describe the scene as chaotic, with survivors struggling to stay afloat in the water. Many people have been rescued, but numerous others remain unaccounted for, and rescue efforts are ongoing.
A team of Indian Navy divers and local authorities were dispatched to the scene to assist with the rescue. They are working to locate and recover the missing passengers, with assistance from the National Disaster Response Force.
The cause of the boat’s capsizing remains unclear, with authorities investigating the incident. An official statement from the Uttar Pradesh authorities confirmed that a probe will be launched to determine the circumstances surrounding the accident.
Meanwhile, rescue efforts continue in the region, with local hospitals and medical facilities on high alert to receive any rescued passengers. The incident has sent a wave of shock among the pilgrims’ families back in Punjab, who are anxiously waiting for news about their loved ones.
The Uttar Pradesh government has announced a compensation package for the families of the deceased and injured, with Prime Minister Narendra Modi extending condolences to the grieving families.
As the rescue operations continue, authorities are urging witnesses to come forward and provide information that could aid in the investigation.
This is a developing story. Stay tuned for more updates.
This is a developing story. Stay tuned for more updates.
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