16 dead after boat capsizes in a lake in Gujarat's Vadodara
A tragic incident occurred on the outskirts of Vadodara city in Gujarat, where a boat carrying 27 school children on a picnic overturned in Harni lake. 16 people have lost their lives, and a search operation is underway for the remaining children....
The victims include children aged as young as 10, along with one of their teachers, an official from Vadodara district involved in rescue operations, who did not give their name, told AFP.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi announced an ex-gratia of Rs 2 Lakhs each from PMNRF to the next of kin of deceased and Rs 50,000 for the injured.
Gujarat Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel has expressed his condolences at the tragedy.
"More than 10 rescued so far," said Gujarat Minister Rushikesh Patel.
"The news of the death of many students, including teachers, due to the boat capsizing in Vadodara, Gujarat is extremely heart-wrenching. Many students are still reported missing in this accident. The Gujarat government and administration are requested to expedite the relief and rescue operations and make every possible effort to save the lives of the students. In this hour of grief, we stand with the bereaved families and express our deepest condolences," Kharge said.
Vadodara MP Ranjanben Dhananjay Bhatt said that strict action will be taken in this regard.
"The NDRF team is carrying out the rescue operation. The children have been taken to different hospitals. Strict action will be taken in this matter," Vadodara MP said.
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