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Mathura Boat Tragedy: Minister Sanjeev Arora meets victims’ families, seeks probe
Babushahi Bureau
Ludhiana (Punjab), April 12, 2026: Punjab Cabinet Minister Sanjeev Arora on Sunday visited the families of victims of the tragic Vrindavan boat mishap, offering condolences and assuring full government support during their time of grief.
Accompanied by Kulwant Singh Sidhu, the Minister met the families of Rakesh Gulati and Anju Gulati, as well as Meenu Bansal and her daughter Dinki Bansal, who lost their lives in the incident. He expressed deep sorrow and stood in solidarity with the bereaved families.
Speaking during the visit, Arora said that no words could ease the pain of losing loved ones and that he had come not only as a minister but as a fellow human being to share their grief. He strongly criticized the negligence behind the incident, stating that the tragedy was a result of carelessness rather than a mere accident.
The Minister called for a high-level, time-bound probe into the mishap and demanded strict legal action against those responsible. He emphasized that accountability must be fixed and those found guilty should not escape punishment.
Arora further stated that the Punjab government would coordinate with the Uttar Pradesh government to ensure swift justice and to put measures in place to prevent such incidents in the future. He assured the families of continued support, adding that they could approach him anytime for assistance.
MLA Kulwant Singh Sidhu also extended his support and assured that all necessary help would be provided at the local level.
Meanwhile, the body of Dinki Bansal, daughter of Meenu Bansal, was recovered from the Yamuna River on Sunday. Her mortal remains are expected to reach Ludhiana later in the night.