A tragic accident in the Shahi Bagh area of Kalam, Swat, has claimed the lives of at least seven tourists after their boat capsized in a local river.

According to rescue sources, four bodies have been recovered so far, while three individuals remain missing.

Three others were rescued alive by local residents and have been shifted to a nearby hospital for medical treatment.

The incident occurred in the scenic region of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa’s Swat district, a popular destination for domestic tourism.

The boat, reportedly carrying multiple tourists, overturned suddenly, leading to the deadly accident.

Local rescue teams, with the help of volunteers, are continuing the search operation to locate the three missing tourists.

However, challenging terrain and the remoteness of the area are reportedly hindering the pace of the operation.

Member of the National Assembly Dr Amjad Ali confirmed the death toll and expressed deep sorrow over the incident.

He offered condolences to the grieving families and directed that the search operation be expedited to locate the missing individuals.

Rescue authorities have urged visitors to take extra caution during boat rides, especially in regions where safety infrastructure is limited or lacking.