Patna: A boat carrying 10 people reportedly capsized in the Ganga near Mahatma Gandhi Setu in Vaishali on Tuesday afternoon, prompting the administration and rescue teams to launch an operation to trace those on board.
According to the information available from the incident site, the boat overturned near pillar number 10 of Gandhi Setu after getting caught in a strong current.
The boat was reportedly travelling from Raghopur towards Digha when the incident occurred.
Rescue Operation Underway
Following information about the accident, local residents, the administration and rescue teams began efforts to locate the people who were travelling on the boat.
The incident led to concern in the area as the Ganga was flowing with a strong current.
Officials reached the spot after receiving information about the incident and coordinated the rescue operation.
Boat Overturns In Strong Current
The boat reportedly lost control after entering a strong current near Gandhi Setu. It subsequently overturned in the river.
The exact circumstances leading to the capsizing are yet to be established.
Details about the condition and whereabouts of all 10 passengers were still being ascertained as the rescue operation continued.
Administration Reaches The Spot
Vaishali District Magistrate Varsha Singh also reached the site after receiving information about the incident.
The administration was coordinating with local people and rescue personnel during the operation.
Further details about the rescue and the status of the people on board are expected as officials continue their search.
Incident Raises Safety Concerns
The incident comes amid high water levels in the Ganga and strong currents in several stretches of the river.
With river conditions remaining challenging, movement of boats in such areas can pose additional risks, particularly where currents are strong.
Authorities are continuing efforts at the site to locate and assist those involved in the incident.
