Srinagar, 16-04-2024 : Tragedy struck as a boat capsized in the Jhelum river on the outskirts of the city in Jammu and Kashmir, claiming the lives of four individuals, officials confirmed. The incident unfolded in the Gandbal Nowgam area on Tuesday, leaving many others unaccounted for.
Following the distressing event, a rescue operation swiftly commenced, with the deployment of the State Disaster Response Force team. As efforts persist, the recovery of four bodies has been reported, yet the fate of several others remains uncertain, according to officials.
The unfortunate incident occurred amidst incessant rainfall over the preceding days, resulting in a surge in water levels across various water bodies, notably the Jhelum river.