In Bahraich, three people drowned after a boat capsized during an ash immersion ceremony. The incident caused an uproar in the village, and local police are investigating the matter.
Bahraich News: A tragic accident occurred on Wednesday morning in Nindipur village, under the Kaiserganj police station area of Bahraich district, Uttar Pradesh, when a boat carrying a husband and two acquaintances, who had gone to the river for his wife's ash immersion, capsized. All three drowned in this accident, plunging the entire village into grief and commotion. Local police reached the scene and initiated rescue operations and investigation.
Boat Capsizes in Deep Water, Three Dead
In Nindipur village, Bahraich, on Wednesday, the boat suddenly became unbalanced during the ash immersion ceremony, causing three people to fall into deep water and be swept away. Due to the b current, they could not pull themselves out, leading to their tragic deaths.
Upon receiving information about the incident, local divers and a police team arrived at the spot. With the help of villagers, after hours of effort, all three bodies were recovered from the river. During this time, family members and onlookers were in shock, crying out in distress.
Police Take Custody of Deceased's Bodies
Local police have taken custody of the three deceased's bodies and sent them for post-mortem examination. Villagers state that this stretch of the river is extremely dangerous and that requests for boats and safety equipment had been made to the administration previously, but no permanent arrangements have been made yet.
The Kaiserganj Station House Officer (SHO) stated that the incident is very tragic. The administration has assured the families of all possible assistance. Police are investigating whether there was any negligence in boat operation.
This accident has cast a deep pall of sorrow over Nindipur village. Family members and villagers are preparing for the final rites of the deceased. The three deaths have heightened tension and concern throughout the area.
The local administration has assured that safety measures will be strengthened to prevent such incidents in the future.
