Tragic Incident: 22 Died After Tourist Boat Capsizes In Southern India

News Desk

Ankara: At least 22 people died after a tourist boat capsized in Malappuram district of India’s southern state of Kerala, officials said Monday.

According to local authorities, the incident happened Sunday evening off the coastal town of Tanur and a rescue operation was immediately launched.

“We have recovered 22 bodies which include women and children. The rescue operation is still ongoing,” informed Malappuram Senior Fire Official Moosa Vadakkethil.

“This boat capsized Sunday evening, and the survivors told us that it was overcrowded,” said Moosa, adding that there were more than 30 people onboard and many were rescued alive.

Kerala Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan said that he has directed the district administration to coordinate rescue operations, which are being overseen by Cabinet ministers.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi stated that he was pained by the loss of lives due to the boat mishap. While announcing compensation to the next of kin of each victim, Modi expressed grief and said, “Condolences to the bereaved families.”