A stampede occurred at the Tirupati Temple on January 8, causing the deaths of at least six people and injuring many others. The incident happened near Vishnu Niwasam, close to the Tirumala Srivari Vaikuntha Dwara ticketing counter, during the distribution of 'darshan' tokens. Large crowds of devotees had gathered to collect tokens, and by the end of the day, overcrowding led to the tragic stampede. The Chairman of the Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanams (TTD) confirmed that overcrowding was the cause. Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu visited the site on January 9. The families of the victims are mourning their loss, while authorities are investigating the incident
09 January,2025 04:11 PM IST
Tirupati Collector Dr. S. Venkateswar spoke about the stampede at Vishnu Nivasam during ticket collection for prayers. He explained that there were elaborate arrangements made for Vaikunth Ekadasi by TTD and the District Administration. A sufficient number of police were deployed at nine ticket counters in Tirupati and one in Tirumala, along with holding areas. However, there was a miscommunication about opening a gate, which led to the unfortunate incident. The Chief Minister has been in contact and will visit to review the situation. The stampede was controlled by 9:30 pm, and ticket distribution was completed by 1 am. Sadly, five people died in the stampede, and one person died from illness. Post-mortem is in progress.
09 January,2025 01:50 PM IST
A stampede broke out at the Tirupati Temple on January 8, causing the deaths of at least six people and leaving several others injured. The incident occurred near Vishnu Niwasam, close to the Tirumala Srivari Vaikuntha Dwara ticketing counter, during the distribution of 'darshan' tokens. The stampede was triggered by overcrowding, according to the Chairman of the Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanams (TTD). Devotees from across the country had gathered in large numbers since January 8 to collect tokens. By the end of the day, the crowds grew so large that congestion occurred, leading to the tragic incident. The families of those who died are deeply grieving the loss.
09 January,2025 11:51 AM IST
A stampede near Vishnu Nivasam in Tirupati on January 8 resulted in at least six people being killed and several others injured. The incident occurred during the distribution of Vaikunta Dwara Sarva Darshan tokens for the 10-day Vaikunta Dwara Darshanam, which begins on January 10. Hundreds of devotees were trying to get tickets when the situation became chaotic. Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu expressed deep shock over the deaths and instructed senior officials to go to the scene. He also directed that relief measures be taken and proper medical treatment be provided to the injured. Naidu planned to visit the SVR Ruia Government General Hospital and SVIMS Hospital, where the injured were being treated, between noon and 3 pm. Witnesses at the scene described a massive crowd of people struggling to find space, while police tried to manage the situation. The stampede occurred at around 8 pm when Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanams (TTD) began distributing tokens at various centers, including Vishnu Nivasam, Srinivasam, and Padmavati Park. The crowd grew uncontrollable when the gates were opened to allow an unwell devotee to exit the queue. This led to a rush, causing overcrowding and triggering stampedes at two locations. The TTD had announced that 1.2 lakh tokens for Vaikunthadwara Darshan on January 10 would be distributed across nine centers with 94 counters. However, the sudden surge of people overwhelmed the distribution process, leading to the tragic incident. Watch video for more.
09 January,2025 11:41 AM IST
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22 December,2024 11:10 PM IST | Mumbai
Icon star Allu Arjun was arrested on Friday from his Hyderabad home and charged with culpable homicide not amounting to murder following the death of a 39-year-old mother of two in the December 4 stampede at a theatre screening of his film 'Pushpa 2: The Rule.' The Telangana High Court granted him interim bail. Speaking to the media outside his residence, Allu Arjun expressed that he is a law-abiding citizen who will comply with judicial processes. He called the tragic incident unfortunate, noting that he had been attending Sandhya Theatre for the last 20 years to watch his and his uncle Megastar Chiranjeevi's films without witnessing anything like this. The 'Pushpa 2' star also stated that he would offer his full support to the victim’s family.
14 December,2024 11:44 AM IST
Icon star Allu Arjun has been arrested in connection with a stampede at Sandhya Theatre during the premiere of his latest hit Pushpa 2 on December 4, which resulted in the death of a 35-year-old woman and left her son critically injured. A case was filed against the actor, his security, and theatre management, accusing them of poor crowd control. On December 13, the police took Allu Arjun into custody, citing a lack of prior notification of his visit and inadequate security measures. Allu Arjun has announced Rs 25 lakh assistance for the deceased's family, expressing his heartbreak over the tragedy.
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BJP MP Ravi Kishan spoke to the media on November 26 in Lucknow, criticizing the opposition for questioning EVMs (Electronic Voting Machines) after the Maharashtra Assembly poll results. He said the opposition only raises doubts about EVMs in states where they lose, calling them "boka" (brainless). Kishan also mentioned Karti Chidambaram, son of former Finance Minister P. Chidambaram, who rejected the claims of EVM tampering. Regarding the Sambhal violence, Kishan condemned the stone-pelting incident involving officials who visited the area under court orders. He said such actions were wrong and urged local leaders not to instigate youth into violence. He appealed to Muslim youth to stay peaceful and respect court orders, stressing that no one should engage in violence. Watch video.
26 November,2024 10:39 AM IST
A stampede occurred at Bandra station early on October 27, injuring nine people as passengers rushed to board the delayed Bandra-Gorakhpur Express. CCTV footage circulating on social media captures the chaotic scene as crowds pushed and shoved to enter the train. The train, scheduled to depart at 5:15 AM, arrived late at platform number 1, prompting a surge of passengers around 2:55 AM. The Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) attributed the chaos to the festive rush leading up to Diwali, with demand for seats far exceeding the platform's capacity. Of the injured, seven are reported to be in stable condition, while two individuals sustained serious injuries. Authorities are investigating the incident to ensure passenger safety in the future.
28 October,2024 12:22 PM IST
Bandra stampede which occurred as many passengers were traveling home for Chhath Puja and Diwali celebrations, has raised serious concerns. Subhash Pasi, a former MLA from Uttar Pradesh and current BJP karyakarta in Mumbai, highlighted the chaos caused by overcrowded trains during this festive season. He expressed his deep concern for the safety of passengers and demanded justice for those affected by the incident. Pasi emphasized the need for accountability and better management to prevent such tragedies in the future, calling for compensation for the injured. His comments reflect a growing call for improved railway safety measures to ensure the well-being of passengers during peak travel times.
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