The Madhya Pradesh government has directed the judicial inquiry into the fatal accident involving a cruise ship at Bargi dam in Jabalpur. A one-member inquiry commission headed by retired Justice Sanjay Dwivedi has been set up to probe into the incident in detail. The commission has to submit its report within three months and then a detailed report will be presented before the state government.
The inquiry panel is responsible for determining the precise cause of the accident and who or which officials/individuals is or are at fault. It will also consider the rescue efforts after the incident. The commission will also perform a safety audit on all state’s boats and cruise services. The government will also institute a standard operating procedure to ensure successful operations and maintenance of cruises and boats in order to prevent future tragedies such as this. Quick Response Teams are also being looked at at all major water tourism sites throughout the state.
This accident occurred on the evening of April 30, 2026, in the waters of the Narmada River near the Bargi dam while it was busy with its tour.It was an accident on the evening of 30th April 2026, when the Madhya Pradesh Tourism Board operated cruise capsized in the waters of the Narmada River near the Bargi dam.
The area experienced a heavy storm along with strong winds of 60-70 kmph, according to the reports. The ship lost balance and capsized in massive waves leaving 13 people dead. The incident drew a lot of attention and concern related to the safety of passengers and preparedness against the weather in water-based tourism.