Several Children Among 13 Killed As Boat Overturns In Ganga In Bihar
A boat capsizing in Bihar's Ganga river has resulted in at least 13 deaths, many of whom were children. Local authorities and the NDRF are conducting rescue operations, while both state and central governments have announced financial compensation for the victims' families.
Why it matters
The tragedy highlights ongoing safety concerns regarding river transport in rural India and the immediate government response to such disasters.
At least 13, including children, were killed on Tuesday when a boat capsized in the river Ganga in Bihar's Vaishali district. The boat was reportedly carrying 15 to 20 people, and all were going to attend a banquet.The incident took place in Vaishali's Raghopur area. Most of the victims are said to be children. A team of officials has been dispatched to the scene after the accident. NDRF teams have also been deployed to the area to conduct relief and rescue operations.Local villagers are also cooperating with the administration in the search for missing persons in the river. The rescue operation is ongoing, and the administration is monitoring the whole situation.Bihar Chief Minister Samrat Choudhary announced financial assistance of Rs 4 lakh for the families of the victims. "The news of the innocent lives lost in the boat accident in Raghoopur, Vaishali, is extremely heartbreaking and soul-wrenching.
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