A recent maritime disaster occurred off the coast of Mumbai, resulting in the unfortunate loss of at least 13 lives after a naval speedboat collided with a passenger ferry. Among the deceased were three navy personnel, according to a spokesperson for the Indian Navy. The incident transpired while the privately-owned ferry was on its way to the Elephanta Caves, a popular tourist site in the region.
Tragic Maritime Collision: 13 Lives Lost Near Mumbai
Tragic Maritime Collision: 13 Lives Lost Near Mumbai
A passenger ferry is struck by a naval speedboat, leading to a catastrophic accident off Mumbai's coast.
Authorities have reported that over 100 individuals were successfully rescued after the collision, and footage from the scene shows the speedboat circling erratically before crashing into the ferry, subsequently causing it to capsize. The Indian Navy has attributed the accident to an "engine malfunction" and expressed sorrow over the tragic loss of life.
Eyewitness accounts detail the chaos that ensued as water flooded the ferry. One passenger, who chose to remain anonymous, recounted their harrowing experience, detailing how they swam for 15 minutes before being rescued by another vessel. The driver of the ferry reportedly instructed passengers to don life jackets as the situation escalated.
In response to the incident, Prime Minister Narendra Modi expressed his condolences via social media, stating, “The boat mishap in Mumbai is saddening. Condolences to the bereaved families. I pray that the injured recover soon.” The tragedy highlights the need for stricter safety measures in the region’s maritime operations to prevent such catastrophic events from recurring.
Eyewitness accounts detail the chaos that ensued as water flooded the ferry. One passenger, who chose to remain anonymous, recounted their harrowing experience, detailing how they swam for 15 minutes before being rescued by another vessel. The driver of the ferry reportedly instructed passengers to don life jackets as the situation escalated.
In response to the incident, Prime Minister Narendra Modi expressed his condolences via social media, stating, “The boat mishap in Mumbai is saddening. Condolences to the bereaved families. I pray that the injured recover soon.” The tragedy highlights the need for stricter safety measures in the region’s maritime operations to prevent such catastrophic events from recurring.
