Jabalpur boat tragedy officials deny viral mother child photo is linked to Bargi Dam incident

Officials suspect AI or a completely different source

Jabalpur officials have dismissed a viral mother and child photograph circulating online, saying it has no connection to the Bargi Dam cruise accident. Authorities claim the image may be AI-generated or taken from an unrelated incident, and warn it is adding distress while rescue operations continue. The clarification aims to curb misinformation during the crisis.