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Vrindavan Boat Tragedy: Amit Shah Mourns Loss, Rescue Ops Continue

Union Home Minister Amit Shah expressed deep sorrow over the tragic boat accident in Vrindavan, Uttar Pradesh, which claimed several lives. The incident occurred when a boat carrying over two dozen passengers collided with a pontoon bridge on the Yamuna River near Keshi Ghat. Rescue operations are ongoing, with local administration and dispatched teams from Ludhiana coordinating relief efforts and providing medical aid to the injured. Officials have urged the public not to spread rumors and have established dedicated helplines for affected families.

Key Points: Vrindavan Boat Accident: Amit Shah Condoles, Rescue Efforts On

  • Boat collided with pontoon bridge on Yamuna River
  • At least 10 fatalities confirmed
  • 22 people rescued and hospitalized
  • Special teams dispatched for coordination
  • 24x7 helplines established for families
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Amit Shah condoles loss of lives in Vrindavan boat accident, prays for speedy recovery of injured

Union Home Minister Amit Shah expresses sorrow over the Vrindavan boat tragedy. At least 10 dead, rescue operations ongoing. Officials urge against rumors.

"The accident that occurred in Vrindavan is extremely heartbreaking. - Amit Shah"

New Delhi, April 10

Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Friday expressed deep sorrow over the tragic boat accident in Vrindavan, Uttar Pradesh, which resulted in the loss of lives of several devotees.

Union Home Minister Amit Shah, in a post on X, said, "The accident that occurred in Vrindavan is extremely heartbreaking. May God grant peace to the souls of those devotees who lost their lives in this tragedy. The local administration is swiftly engaged in relief and rescue operations, and prompt medical facilities are being provided to the injured. I pray for the speedy recovery of the injured: Union Home Minister @AmitShah."

Following the tragic incident, the Ludhiana District Administration established dedicated control rooms at Ludhiana and Jagraon to streamline coordination following a boat accident in Vrindavan involving residents from the district.

Deputy Commissioner Himanshu Jain confirmed that special teams, including both civil and police officers, have already been sent to Vrindavan to work directly with local authorities in Uttar Pradesh and assist affected families.

Regarding the unfortunate boat accident in Vrindavan (Uttar Pradesh), Deputy Commissioner Ludhiana Himanshu Jain has urged residents not to spread rumours or create panic, as District Administration Ludhiana, as well as the Punjab government, is already in touch with authorities in Vrindavan.

He stated that for the help of people, 24x7 dedicated helplines, numbers 01624223226 (SDM Jagraon office) and 01612403100 (Deputy Commissioner Office Ludhiana) have also been set up at Jagraon as well as District Headquarters Ludhiana.

He informed that as soon as the incident came to the notice of the District Administration, special teams comprising both civil and police officers have already been dispatched to Vrindavan for better coordination amongst the authorities.

He once again urged the people to remain together in this hour of crisis and not believe in any rumours.

At least 10 people died after a boat carrying over two dozen passengers collided with a pontoon bridge on the Yamuna River near Keshi Ghat in Mathura.

According to police, around 25 to 27 people were on board when the accident took place.

Mathura DIG Shailesh Kumar Pandey said the incident occurred in the afternoon, and rescue operations are still underway.

SP Rural Suresh Chandra Rawat said that 22 people have been rescued so far and were taken to the hospital.

Rawat said, "Thus far, twenty-two individuals have been rescued from the water. Those rescued were immediately transported to the hospital via ambulances and eight PRV (Police Response Vehicle) units. We are currently assessing the situation to determine how many individuals are safe and how many have tragically lost their lives..."

- ANI

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Priya S
Very sad news. It's good to see the Home Minister and the local administrations from both UP and Punjab coordinating quickly. Setting up helplines and sending teams is the right step. In such times, spreading rumours only adds to the pain of the affected families. Let's all pray for the injured.
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Rohit P
Boat accidents during festivals or at pilgrimage sites are becoming too common. Overloading, lack of life jackets, poor maintenance... the checklist of failures is long. Authorities need to be held accountable. Condolences are not enough; we need permanent solutions and strict enforcement of safety rules.
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Sarah B
A respectful criticism: While the response seems coordinated now, the focus should always be on prevention. How was a boat allowed to operate near a pontoon bridge? Were there clear safety protocols? My thoughts are with all those affected. I hope the injured recover quickly.
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Vikram M
Om Shanti. Terrible news to hear just before the weekend. The swift action by the Ludhiana administration to set up control rooms and send teams is commendable. It shows inter-state coordination, which is crucial. Let's all support the rescue efforts and avoid speculation.
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Kavya N
Heartbreaking. So many families shattered. I'm glad helpline numbers have been shared. The real test will be in providing long-term support to the families who have lost their breadwinners. The government must ensure compensation and counselling are provided promptly. Bhagwan unki aatma ko shanti de.

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