A sad boat accident at Bargi Dam in Jabalpur has shocked the country. At least nine people died and many others were injured. A very emotional photo of a small child holding their mother has made many people cry.
Boat captain Mahesh Patel spoke for the first time and said sorry for the accident. He said the weather was normal when the ride started on April 30. But after about 20 minutes, strong winds suddenly started.
The captain said the team quickly tried to take the boat back to the shore. In just a few minutes, big waves started hitting the boat. Water entered the engine area and the boat went out of control. The shore was very close, just about 100 meters away, but the boat turned over before reaching it.
He also said they told passengers to wear life jackets when the weather changed. But many people were busy enjoying music and did not wear them at first.
Rescue teams came quickly and saved many people. Still, this accident has raised big questions about safety. The government has started an investigation and may bring stricter rules for boat safety. Families of the victims will also get financial help.
