A search operation is underway to find two individuals reported missing after a boat had capsized near the Gurunagar Jetty in Jaffna today.
According to the Police, 23 people were rescued, and five individuals are currently hospitalized.
The incident had occurred when the boat was carrying a group of pilgrims travelling to the Palaitivu Festival.
A search operation is currently underway with the assistance of the Navy and Police. (Newswire)