CM Mohan Yadav Takes Action After Jabalpur Boat Mishap: Officials Suspended, Staff Sacked Amid Probe
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- •people, including 8 children, died when a boat capsized in the Narmada River in Jabalpur on Sunday.
- •CM Mohan Yadav suspended officials and sacked staff involved, ordered a probe, and announced compensation for victims.
- •The boat was overloaded and lacked safety equipment, according to initial reports.
- •people were rescued, and the government has imposed a temporary ban on unauthorized boats on the Narmada.
- •Opposition demands a judicial inquiry, citing repeated safety lapses in river tourism.
- •Authorities have been directed to submit a report within 48 hours and conduct a safety audit of all river cruises.
In the aftermath of a tragic boat mishap in Jabalpur, Madhya Pradesh, Chief Minister Mohan Yadav has taken immediate administrative action, suspending key officials and sacking staff members connected with the incident. The boat capsized on the Narmada River on Sunday, resulting in the deaths of 15 people, including eight children. The incident has sparked widespread outrage and raised serious questions about safety protocols on river cruises in the region.
The Chief Minister’s swift response came during a high-level review meeting held on Monday, where he ordered a comprehensive probe into the circumstances leading to the accident. Reports indicate that the boat was reportedly overloaded and lacked proper safety equipment. Yadav directed the Jabalpur Divisional Commissioner and the District Magistrate to submit a detailed report within 48 hours. He also announced compensation of ₹4 lakh each for the families of the deceased and ₹50,000 for the injured.
