The stampede was primarily caused by overcrowding at the event. The large number of attendees led to a chaotic situation when people started pushing and shoving to get closer to the event’s focal point
At least 121 people were killed in a stampede during a religious event in Hathras, Uttar Pradesh. The incident occurred at a ‘satsang’ gathering. A majority of the victims were women and children. Dozens were injured and have been taken to local hospitals for treatment. It’s a heartbreaking situation.
According to reports reaching Delhi, the stampede was primarily caused by overcrowding at the event. The large number of attendees led to a chaotic situation when people started pushing and shoving to get closer to the event’s focal point. This sudden rush and panic resulted in the tragic stampede. Many of the injured succumbed before they could be taken to the nearby hospital. The state government has ordered a high-level probe into the incident. A team comprising the Agra additional director general of police and the divisional commissioner of Aligarh will take up the inquiry.
Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath expressed condolences to the families of those killed in the stampede and instructed officials to reach the accident site and carry out relief measures. Adityanath also directed the district administration to arrange for proper treatment of those injured and immediately take them to hospitals. He wished them a speedy recovery.
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