Uttar Pradesh: Several Killed As Steamer Overturns In Mathura, Rescue Operations Launched

Mathura: A major tragedy occurred on Friday in Mathura, Uttar Pradesh. In Vrindavan, a steamer carrying 30 people collided with a pontoon bridge on the Yamuna river and capsized, triggering chaos and panic. The overturning of the steamer was met with screams and cries for help. Locals from the surrounding area immediately rushed to the scene, followed shortly thereafter by teams from the police and administration.

How did the authorities respond?

Without delay, divers began searching the Yamuna River for those who had gone underwater. Reports suggest that the bodies of nine individuals have been recovered during this operation; however, the administration has not yet officially confirmed this figure. A rescue operation remains underway to retrieve the remaining individuals submerged in the river.

Breaking: Six people have died so far after a steamer capsized in the Yamuna River in Vrindavan, Mathura (UP). The accident took place after the steamer, with 20-25 pilgrims from Punjab onboard, crashed into a pantoon bridge. @BhagwantMann @mathurapolice pic.twitter.com/cVpVLXSTDM

— Piyush Rai (@Benarasiyaa) April 10, 2026

What has the police said?

According to the police, a large number of people had visited Vrindavan as tourists. Approximately 30 individuals boarded a steamer to view the Yamuna River. All the devotees were admiring the river from the vessel when, upon reaching the C Ghat area, the steamer collided with a pontoon bridge. The moment the collision occurred, all the devotees on board were thrown into the Yamuna River and began screaming in distress. By the time bystanders rushed to their aid, most of the devotees had already gone under the water.

Acting swiftly upon receiving the emergency alert, police personnel and divers arrived at the scene. The divers immediately launched a rescue operation, during which the bodies of nine individuals were recovered. The search for the remaining missing persons is ongoing.

What about Relief and Rescue Operations?

The police and divers swiftly launched relief and rescue operations. By that time, however, everyone had already submerged into the deep waters. Although divers successfully rescued 15 people, 10 individuals lost their lives. The divers' rescue mission continued in an effort to locate the remaining five missing persons. The deaths of the 10 individuals plunged their families into a state of profound grief and distress. SDM Ritu Sirohi attributed the accident to overloading, stating that the boat was carrying more people than its capacity allowed. So far, the deaths of 10 people have been confirmed. A team of divers is currently searching the Yamuna River for the missing individuals.

Police and administrative officials arrived at the accident site shortly after the incident occurred. The DM, SSP, and DIG inspected the scene and oversaw the transportation of the injured to the hospital. DM Chandra Prakash Singh stated that relief operations are ongoing with the assistance of local divers. The NDRF and the Army have also been summoned to assist. Hospitals have been placed on high alert, and all injured individuals will receive free medical treatment.

What has UP CM Yogi Adityanath done?

CM Yogi has also taken cognizance of the accident that occurred in Mathura. Expressing his deep condolences over the tragedy, CM Yogi directed all officials to immediately rush to the accident site and ensure that relief and rescue operations are initiated without delay. CM Yogi further instructed that the injured be transported to the hospital immediately to commence their medical treatment.