Hathras Stampede: 120 Dead in Stampede at Bhole Baba Satsang
116 Injured in Stampede at Hindu Religious Event
At Least 123 People Killed, Investigation Underway
At least 120 people were killed and 116 injured in a stampede during a religious event in the Hathras district of Uttar Pradesh, India on July 2, 2024. The incident occurred at a satsang, a religious gathering, organized by preacher Narayan Saakar Hari alias Bhole Baba.
According to reports, the stampede began as devotees rushed to collect prasad, a sacred offering, at the event. The cause of the stampede is still under investigation, but local officials believe that overcrowding and poor crowd management may have contributed to the tragedy.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi has expressed his condolences to the victims' families and ordered an inquiry into the incident. The Uttar Pradesh government has announced compensation for the victims' families and free medical treatment for the injured.
This incident has raised questions about the safety of religious gatherings in India, where large crowds often gather at religious events. Experts are calling for stricter regulations and better crowd management practices to prevent similar tragedies in the future.
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