Digital Desk: A tragic boat accident in the Brahmaputra River has plunged Rahampur, located in the Senga constituency, into a state of panic, with seven passengers reported missing.
The incident occurred when a passenger boat abruptly capsized, creating chaos and despair among locals.
Local sources suggest that reckless operation of the boat is believed to be the primary cause of the mishap.
Furthermore, the absence of life jackets and disregard for the river's strong currents have been highlighted as significant contributing factors to this devastating incident.
The aftermath of the accident has left the riverbanks echoing with grief and sorrow, as families and residents grapple with the devastating loss.
Notably, previous warnings regarding the careless behaviour of boat operators and frequent violations of safety regulations on the Brahmaputra River had been raised.
Despite these concerns, neither the authorities nor the boat operators took implemented sufficient measures to prevent such disasters.
Once again, the lives of innocent passengers have been endangered due to negligence and lack of enforcement of safety standards.
In response to the incident, local residents have voiced their outrage, demanding swift rescue operations and criticizing the administration for its inaction to act proactively.
Currently, rescue teams and local fishermen are engaged in search operations in the river. However, no definitive updates have emerged so far.
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