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New memorial site for deadly Hungarian boat tragedy
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A memorial site is being established at the premises of the Counter Terrorism Centre (TEK) in remembrance of the Hableány boat tragedy, said János Hajdu, the director general of TEK. On Sunday, they held a commemoration at the Pest-side abutment of Margit Bridge, on the fourth anniversary of the boat’s recovery.
The leaders of TEK laid wreaths at the memorial erected near the scene of the tragedy. This was the third time since 2019 that they remembered those who died, writes Index.
New memorial site
“There was a strong determination to create such a memorial site there. This was important not only for the leaders who were present, but also for all those involved in the rescue operation,”
emphasised Hajdu.
During the commemoration, the director-general reported that the investigation of the boat had concluded, and the dismantling had begun. They received some parts, which they are going to place in the memorial corner established within the TEK premises as symbols of the boat.
He mentioned that during the procedure, a tree sprouted from the hull of the boat. This was taken and was recently planted within the TEK premises, and will continue to grow there. According to their plans, they will commemorate the tragedy at both locations in the future.
