NEW DELHI: One person has died, and 21 passengers have been rescued after the ferry Neelkamal capsized near Uran and Karanja on Wednesday while en route to Elephanta Island from Mumbai’s iconic Gateway of India.
Initial reports suggest the ferry was carrying approximately 60 passengers, though the exact number remains unconfirmed.
The videos of the incident that soon emerged afterwards showed ongoing rescue operations.
Rescue efforts have been launched in coordination between the Indian Navy, Coast Guard, and Marine Police. The operation involves 11 Navy boats, three Marine Police boats, and one Coast Guard vessel actively searching the area. Additionally, four helicopters have been deployed for Search and Rescue (SAR) operations to locate any remaining passengers.
The cause of the accident is yet to be determined as authorities are focusing on locating survivors.
Further details awaited
