A tragic boat collision in Dhubri’s Tipkai River injured 20 people, including five missing children, during a wedding party. Local authorities and volunteers are conducting ongoing rescue efforts.
Guwahati: A severe boat collision on the Tipkai River in Dhubri district, Assam, has resulted in injuries to 20 individuals, with five children reported missing. The incident occurred on October 26 when three boats collided near the river’s entrance to Kaunbari village during the early evening hours.
The accident involved a vessel transporting wedding guests, which crashed head-on with two other boats. Eyewitnesses described the moment as chaotic, with a loud crash followed by urgent cries for assistance as passengers were thrown into the river. The boats, typical wooden crafts commonly used in the region, suffered considerable damage.
Rescue operations commenced immediately, involving local residents, police, and divers who have been searching the river extensively for the missing children. The injured individuals have sustained various serious injuries, including fractures, head trauma, and deep lacerations. Efforts to locate the missing children are ongoing, with authorities and volunteers working tirelessly in a race against time.
Preliminary investigations indicate that several factors may have contributed to the collision, including the river’s strong currents and overcrowding on the boats due to the wedding celebrations. Additionally, fading daylight likely compromised visibility, further escalating the risks associated with the tragic event.
As the community rallies to support the search and assist the injured, the incident has sparked concerns about safety regulations for river transport in the area.
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