Jabalpur boat tragedy toll hits 11 as survivors describe death in plain sight

Survivors say death was everywhere, but one family escaped

A boat cruise at Bargi Dam in Jabalpur turned deadly as passengers fought to survive during the chaos. Survivors recount loved ones slipping away in front of them—spouses, children, and siblings separated forever—while the toll rose to 11. Alongside the grief, stories of resilience emerged, including the Verma family’s escape.