Tragedy Strikes in Hamirpur: Boat Mishap Claims Lives and Leaves Others Missing

A tragic boat accident in Hamirpur, Uttar Pradesh, has resulted in the deaths of two individuals, with six others still missing. The incident occurred when a boat carrying nine passengers submerged in the Yamuna River. Rescue teams from the NDRF and SDRF are actively searching for the missing, but heavy rainfall is hindering their efforts. Local authorities are closely monitoring the situation as the community rallies to assist in the rescue operations. This incident follows other recent boat accidents in the region, raising concerns about safety on waterways.

By Narendra Chaudhary May 7, 2026, 11:16 IST

Boat Incident in Yamuna River

Hamirpur: A devastating incident unfolded in Uttar Pradesh's Hamirpur district when a boat carrying nine individuals from Ghatampur sank in the Yamuna River, resulting in two fatalities and six individuals reported missing. Officials confirmed that one person was rescued safely on Thursday.

The unfortunate event occurred at Kutupur Patia, under the jurisdiction of the Kurara police station, where the boat submerged while crossing the river on Wednesday.

Authorities have recovered the body of Brajrani, a woman, and the remains of 14-year-old Archana have also been found. Search operations for the remaining missing persons are currently ongoing.

Teams from the National Disaster Response Force (NDRF) and State Disaster Response Force (SDRF) have been actively engaged in rescue efforts since last night, although heavy rainfall has complicated their operations.

Among those still unaccounted for are four children, aged between 5 and 15 years. Divers from the SDRF, NDRF, and Flood PAC are conducting thorough searches in the vicinity.

The District Magistrate and the Superintendent of Police are closely overseeing the ongoing rescue and relief efforts.

District Magistrate Abhishek Goyal reported that local villagers and police rushed to the scene immediately after the incident was reported.

"A boat carrying nine individuals from Ghatampur sank in the Yamuna River. Three were rescued promptly, while six remain unaccounted for. Rescue teams, including SDRF, NDRF, and flood relief units, have been dispatched. SDRF teams are already on-site, with others en route. The rescue operation is still in progress," Goyal stated.

He also mentioned that the passengers were returning from a routine trip that had experienced delays.

"According to the surviving boatman, the vessel did not capsize but sank unexpectedly. Those who could swim managed to escape, while the search for the six missing individuals continues. Rescue operations will persist throughout the night," he added.

BJP MLA Manoj Prajapati noted that among the missing are five children and one woman.

"The administration is fully mobilized. Three SDRF teams have been deployed. The government will follow protocol, and a comprehensive report will be submitted to the Chief Minister," Prajapati remarked.

DIG Banda Division Rajesh Yash confirmed, "Nine individuals were aboard the boat. Three swam to safety, while six, including one woman and five children aged between 5 and 15 years, are still missing. SDRF and flood relief teams, along with district administration and police officials, are present at the scene."

In a related note, a cruise boat capsized in Madhya Pradesh's Jabalpur district on April 30, resulting in 13 fatalities, while another boat accident in Mathura, Uttar Pradesh, in April claimed over 15 lives.