In the popular tourist destination in northern India’s Uttarakhand, a violent altercation broke out between tourists and local boatmen.

The incident took place in Rishikesh located on the banks of the Ganges River in India on June 7.

Visuals showed how the people after coming to the shore started attacking each other and hitting with oars. It was a chaotic scene as punches were thrown and individuals were pushed into the water.

The incident, which occurred during a rafting excursion, resulted in multiple injuries on both sides. The conflict reportedly began over disagreements related to the rafting experience, escalating quickly into a physical confrontation. Local authorities arrived at the scene to break up the fight and provide medical assistance to the injured.

Rishikesh is renowned for its spiritual significance and adventure sports, particularly white-water rafting. This incident has cast a shadow over the area’s reputation for peaceful tourism and outdoor activities. Local officials are investigating the cause of the clash and are calling for calm among both tourists and locals to prevent further violence.