A fishing boat capsized near the sea mouth close to the Bengal side of the canal in Paradip, creating panic among local fishermen on Wednesday evening. Authorities have yet to confirm the exact number of people who were on board at the time of the incident.

Reports suggest that some individuals may still be trapped on the overturned boat. Immediate rescue efforts have been launched using another fishing boat, and local authorities are coordinating with nearby fishermen to assist in the operation.

The incident has raised concerns about safety measures for fishing vessels operating in the area. Authorities have urged all fishermen to exercise caution while navigating the waters near the canal mouth.

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