Mumbai Boat Accident: 13 Killed, How Indian Navy Speedboat Rammed Into Mumbai Ferry?
Breaking News: The death toll in the Mumbai boat capsize climbed to 13, Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis confirmed on Wednesday. Among the deceased are 10 civilians and three Navy personnel, Fadnavis stated while addressing reporters in Nagpur. According to Navy reports, the death toll as of 7:30 PM stands at 13. Meanwhile, 101 individuals have been rescued so far. He, however, did not specify how many persons were on board the ferry and the speed boat. The Neelkamal ferry was on its way to Elephanta Islands, a popular tourist destination near Mumbai, when the speed boat crashed into it around 4 pm.
What Led to the Mumbai Boat Collision Tragedy?
The tragic incident occurred when a naval speedcraft, undergoing sea trials after an engine replacement, went out of control and collided with the ferry Neelkamal. According to Indian Navy officials, the boat’s newly installed engine malfunctioned, getting stuck at full throttle, which led to the collision.
“The incident happened when a naval speed-craft undergoing trials in the sea went out of control and rammed into the ferry. The naval boat’s engine had been recently changed and the new engine was being tested. The engine got stuck in full throttle and the boat went out of control and rammed into the ferry Neelkamal. The naval boat had 6 persons on board including 2 naval personnel and 4 members from the firm which had supplied the engine. The ferry had 80 adult passengers along with five crew members. The number of children present on the ferry is being ascertained as they were not issued tickets. The search operations are going on. More details awaited”, news agency ANI quoted Indian Navy officials as saying.
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