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Bargi dam tragedy: MP tourism launched cruise despite high-wind forecast

Tragedy struck at Bargi Dam as a cruise, reportedly launched despite severe wind warnings, claimed 11 lives, including children. Officials revealed forecasts predicted winds far exceeding safety limits for water sports. While other water activities in the state were suspended due

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Bargi dam tragedy: MP tourism launched cruise despite high-wind forecastTragedy struck at Bargi Dam as a cruise, reportedly launched despite severe wind warnings, claimed 11 lives, including children. Officials revealed forecasts predicted winds far exceeding safety limits for water sports. While other water activities in the state were suspended due
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