11 Killed Including Women and Children as Boat Capsizes in Bihar's Hajipur
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At least 11 people were killed after a boat carrying 15 to 20 people capsized in the Ganga River near Rampur Shyamchand village in Bihar's Hajipur district on October 13, 2026. Five victims were rescued, and many of those who drowned were women and children, according to preliminary reports. The passengers were reportedly travelling to attend a feast when the vessel overturned. The exact number of casualties was confirmed as 11 by the Vaishali District Magistrate, up from initial estimates of five to eight deaths.
Why it matters
The tragedy has raised immediate concerns over river safety for passengers and prompted calls for improved rescue mechanisms in Bihar's waterways.
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