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19 Laborers Rescued After Boat Capsizes in Bhagalpur, Two Still Missing
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🗓 26 Aug 2026, 10:02 PM
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A boat carrying laborers capsized in the Ganga near Bhagalpur, rescuers saved 19 while the search for two missing persons continues.
A boat transporting laborers overturned in the Ganga River close to Bhagalpur, Bihar. Local rescue teams reached the site promptly and were able to bring 19 workers back to safety.
The incident left two laborers unaccounted for, prompting an ongoing search operation by authorities. Officials have deployed additional personnel and boats to scour the river for any sign of the missing individuals.
The rescue effort underscores the challenges of riverine transport in the region, especially during periods of strong currents. Authorities have urged boat operators to adhere to safety norms to prevent similar accidents in the future.
The incident left two laborers unaccounted for, prompting an ongoing search operation by authorities. Officials have deployed additional personnel and boats to scour the river for any sign of the missing individuals.
The rescue effort underscores the challenges of riverine transport in the region, especially during periods of strong currents. Authorities have urged boat operators to adhere to safety norms to prevent similar accidents in the future.