Diya Seenauth being consoled by another relative
Relatives said soon after the boat left the stelling at around 11:00 hrs, the captain tried to override a huge wave when the boat capsized. A nearby boat rescued everyone.
According to one of the passengers, Diya Seenauth, she was pinned under the boat and was forced to hold her breath for some time before being rescued.
She said that she thought it was the end of her life.
The family members are now in a traumatized state and spent time consoling each other.
