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Bad news is coming out about the accident in Goa, India’s famous state for tourism. According to the information, a tourist boat has capsized in the sea near Calangute beach in North Goa. Rescue operation was carried out immediately after this incident. Police have informed that so far one person has died in this incident of boat capsizing in the sea of Goa. At least 20 people have been saved in the rescue operation.
Death of 54 year old man
Police have informed that the person who died in this boat capsizing incident was 54 years old. The 20 people who were rescued were immediately taken to the nearest hospital for treatment. Police have further said that all the passengers on the boat except two were wearing life jackets. Children as young as six years old and women were also among the passengers.
How did the accident happen?
According to the information given by the officials, the boat overturned at a distance of about 60 meters from the beach. Due to this all the passengers fell into the sea. 18 rescuers from Drishti Marine, a government-appointed lifesaving agency, rushed to the rescue of the passengers and brought them safely to shore. Those found critical were taken in ambulances. Of the 20 passengers, two children aged 6 and 7 and two women aged 25 and 55 have been admitted to the hospital.
Goa is an important state for tourists
According to police, the boat capsized in the Arabian Sea near Calangute beach in North Goa occurred around 1.30 pm on Wednesday. Let us tell you that Goa state of India is famous as a popular tourist destination all over the world. During Christmas and New Year, a large number of people from India and abroad come here to celebrate.
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