Patna: RJD working president and leader of the opposition in the state assembly Tejashwi Prasad Yadav on Wednesday demanded an impartial inquiry into the Raghopur boat tragedy that claimed 13 lives, including those of children.“An impartial inquiry should be ordered to ascertain the causes behind the boat mishap and also fix responsibility for the lapses on the part of the concerned,” Tejashwi told reporters at Patna airport after arriving from Delhi.Representing the Raghopur assembly seat, Tejashwi expressed sympathy for the mothers who lost their children and said he would meet the bereaved families. He also promised assistance from his party and urged the govt to provide financial support to those affected.He alleged lapses had occurred, pointing out the boat was leaking and water had entered it. He also reiterated the need to strengthen Mohanpur hospital in the Raghopur diara.Tejashwi said he learned of the tragedy while in Delhi and contacted officials concerned, while RJD workers reached the spot during the night.
