Toll rises to 11 in Jabalpur cruise tragedy
The tragic Jabalpur cruise incident has raised serious concerns about safety measures and negligence in the tourism sector. As of May 2, 2026, the death toll has risen to 11 after two more bodies were recovered from Bargi Dam.
Search operations are still ongoing for two missing persons from the cruise that capsized during a storm while being operated by the state tourism department. The bodies of two young boys, Viraj Soni (6) and Tamil (5), were among those recovered.
In total, at least 200 personnel are involved in the search operation, including divers and local fishermen. They have expanded their efforts to a radius of five kilometers around the site of the incident.
CCTV footage revealed that 43 people headed towards the boat shortly before it capsized. This alarming detail has prompted the state government to order a probe into the tragedy and dismiss three crew members.
Officials have not disclosed whether any additional safety protocols will be implemented following this incident. The community is left grappling with grief and anger as they await answers.
