The death toll in the Madhya Pradesh boat tragedy has risen to 10 with the recovery of one more body, officials said. Three people are still missing after the boat capsized in a dam near Jabalpur.
Authorities have arranged specialized equipment to search the deep waters of the dam and are procuring a generator to facilitate diving operations, according to local official Mishra. The rescue teams are working tirelessly to locate the remaining missing persons.
The incident occurred earlier this week when a boat carrying passengers overturned in the reservoir. Rescue operations were launched immediately, but challenging conditions have hampered efforts. The use of advanced diving gear is expected to accelerate the search in deeper areas.
Meanwhile, the state government has announced compensation for the families of the deceased and injured. An investigation into the cause of the accident is underway. Officials have urged strict adherence to safety protocols to prevent such tragedies in the future.
This is a developing story. More details are awaited as search operations continue.
