Child killed in boat accident in Sunamganj

A child died after a ferry boat capsised in the Jadukata River in Tahirpur upazila of Sunamganj, casting a shadow of grief over the area.

The accident occurred around 4:00pm on Saturday while the ferry boat was travelling from Lauarer Garh to the Shimul Bagan tourist area when it suddenly sank in the river.

The deceased has been identified as Sufia Begum, 10. She was reportedly from the Lauarer Garh area under Badaghat union of Tahirpur upazila.

Rumours spread that two more people lost their lives in the accident. However, their identities could not be immediately confirmed.

According to local residents, the passengers were travelling to visit Shimul Bagan as part of Eid celebrations. The boat reportedly capsised in the middle of the river. While many passengers managed to swim ashore, several others went missing underwater.

Local people rushed to the scene and carried out rescue efforts. Three bodies were later recovered from the river.

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Police and senior officials were reported to be heading to the scene after receiving the information.

Confirming the matter, Officer-in-Charge of Tahirpur Police Station Aminul Islam said police were on their way to the spot and the higher authorities had been informed about the incident.