Tragic Boat Capsize in Vrindavan Claims Lives of 10 Tourists from Punjab
Strong wind, high speed, collision with a bridge: How Yamuna ride in Vrindavan ended in tragedy for Punjab group
Hindustan Times
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A boat capsized in the Yamuna River in Vrindavan, Uttar Pradesh, resulting in the drowning of at least 10 tourists from Ludhiana district, Punjab. The incident occurred when the boat collided with a floating pontoon, leading to a rescue operation involving local authorities and disaster response teams.
- 01At least 10 people drowned after a boat capsized in the Yamuna River.
- 02The group consisted of 30 tourists from Punjab's Ludhiana district.
- 03The incident was caused by a collision with a floating pontoon bridge.
- 04Rescue operations involved the State Disaster Response Force and local divers.
- 05Authorities confirmed that most rescued individuals are now stable.
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On Friday afternoon, a tragic incident in Vrindavan, Uttar Pradesh, led to the drowning of at least 10 tourists from Ludhiana district, Punjab, after their boat capsized in the Yamuna River. The group of 30 had hired two boats for a joyride when one lost control and collided with a floating pontoon left from a recently dismantled bridge. Eyewitnesses reported that gusty winds caused the boat to sway violently before it overturned. Rescue operations have successfully located 16 individuals, with ongoing efforts to find the missing. Medical authorities confirmed that the deceased included six men and four women, and those rescued are reported to be stable. The incident has drawn significant attention, prompting an investigation into the exact cause.
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This tragedy highlights the dangers associated with water activities in the region, prompting calls for stricter safety regulations.
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