Minors among 11 killed after boat capsizes in Bihar; rescue op underway

Oct 13, 2026

Hajipur (Bihar) [India], October 13 : At least 11 people were killed when a boat capsized in the Raghopur Diara area of Vaishali district of Bihar, officials said on Tuesday.
Vaishali District Magistrate said that 11 people died after a boat capsized in the Raghopur Diara area of Vaishali district. "Most of the deceased are minors who were travelling on the boat to attend the feast."
District police officials and an SDRF team have been dispatched to conduct search operations.
More details are awaited

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