Less than 24 hours after a ferry bound for Elephanta Island capsized following a collision with a naval speedboat, claiming 14 lives, tourist activity at Mumbai’s iconic Gateway of India appeared unaffected. On Thursday morning, families with children, groups of friends, and even foreign tourists continued to line up for the regular ferry services, showing little visible sign of fear or hesitation.

Port authorities and the Maharashtra Maritime Board kept a close watch as operations resumed, ensuring that all safety measures were being strictly enforced. While some visitors did voice concerns about safety measures, the rest had come with pre-planned itineraries and chose not to cancel, confident that the authorities would take necessary precautions.