‘Can’t eat, sleep’: Boat pilot speaks after Jabalpur boat tragedy kills nine

The pilot of a tourist cruise involved in a fatal incident at Bargi Dam near Jabalpur has said he is struggling to come to terms with the tragedy that claimed nine lives.

Speaking after the incident, the boat pilot said he has been unable to eat or sleep since the tragedy, reflecting the emotional toll on those directly involved.

The incident occurred at Bargi Dam, a popular tourist spot near Jabalpur in Madhya Pradesh. According to officials cited in the report, nine people died in the incident, while others were rescued.

Authorities have not publicly detailed the exact sequence of events leading to the deaths, and investigations are ongoing to establish the circumstances of the tragedy.

The pilot stated that the events unfolded rapidly and left little time to respond. He described the situation as chaotic, adding that he continues to replay the incident in his mind.

He also indicated that he had been operating the vessel as per routine practice, though specific operational details have not been officially confirmed.

Emergency teams were deployed soon after the incident, and rescue operations were carried out at the site. Survivors were brought to safety, while authorities worked to recover the bodies of those who died.

Officials have said that a detailed inquiry is underway to determine responsibility and identify any lapses.

Local authorities have launched a probe into the incident, focusing on safety measures, operational protocols and compliance with regulations.

As of now, no official conclusion has been released regarding the cause of the tragedy.

Key details, including the precise cause of the incident and whether any safety violations occurred, have not yet been confirmed by authorities.

The investigation is expected to examine all aspects of the operation, including vessel condition, passenger management and adherence to safety norms.