CM Chandrababu Naidu expresses shock over stampede at Srikakulam temple.
Andhra Temple Stampede Live Updates: A stampede took place at the Venkateswara Swamy temple in Kasibugga, Srikakulam district, leaving several people injured, a CMO statement read. The incident occurred as a large crowd gathered at the temple on the occasion of Ekadashi. The heavy rush of devotees led to overcrowding, resulting in a stampede.
Chief Minister Chandrababu Naidu said on X: “The stampede incident at the Venkateswara Temple in Kashibugga in Srikakulam district has caused a shock. The death of devotees in this tragic incident is extremely heartbreaking. I express my deepest condolences to the families of the deceased. I have instructed the officials to provide speedy and proper treatment to those who have been injured. I have requested the local officials and public representatives to visit the site of the incident and oversee the relief measures.”
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The injured were shifted to nearby hospitals for treatment. Police rushed to the spot. State Agriculture Minister K Atchannaidu rushed to the accident site immediately. He spoke with the temple authorities to gather details about the incident. Additional police forces have been deployed to the spot.
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