Summary: At least 14 people have died after a boat capsized in the Ganga River in Bihar, India. Six individuals were injured and three were rescued safely. The accident occurred Tuesday evening near Rampur Shyamchand village, within the Raghopur Assembly constituency, involving more than 20 passengers who were heading to a feast.
Bihar Chief Minister Samrat Chaudhary announced compensation of four lakh Indian rupees for the families of each deceased. The incident took place on October 14, according to local reports. Rescue operations commenced promptly after the accident, but the exact cause remains under investigation.
The boat carrying the group capsized while en route to a feast. Local police and administration quickly launched rescue efforts following the notification of the incident. Expressing condolences, Chief Minister Chaudhary directed authorities to expedite rescue efforts and ensure proper treatment for the injured.
Former Deputy Chief Minister of Bihar and Raghopur MLA Tejashwi Yadav also conveyed his sorrow, urging local residents, administration, and officials to coordinate for swift rescue and medical care. Central Minister Chirag Paswan expressed regret over the human loss and called on relevant officials to provide immediate relief to the victims’ families in the Raghopur Diyara constituency and ensure treatment for those injured.
