Cruise Sinks in Narmada River in Jabalpur; 4 Dead, Several Missing

April 30, 2026

Jabalpur: A cruise carrying around 30 people sank in the Narmada River in Jabalpur, Madhya Pradesh, triggering a large-scale rescue operation. The incident has led to fears of multiple casualties as several passengers remain unaccounted for.

4 Bodies Recovered So Far

Officials have confirmed that the bodies of four people have been recovered from the river so far. Search and rescue teams are continuing operations to trace those still missing.

Several Passengers Still Untraced

Authorities said that several passengers are still missing after the cruise went down. The exact number of missing persons is yet to be officially confirmed.

Rescue Operations Intensified

Local administration, police, and disaster response teams have been deployed at the site. Efforts are underway to locate survivors and recover any additional victims as search operations continue in the Narmada River.

Cause of Incident Yet to Be Known

The reason behind the sinking of the cruise is not yet clear. Officials are investigating all possible causes, including mechanical failure and safety lapses.