Hathras Tragedy: Stampede at Satsang Leaves Over 80 Dead, Dozens Injured
Hathras Tragedy: Stampede at Satsang Leaves Over 27 Dead, Dozens Injured
In a tragic event in Etah district, Uttar Pradesh, a stampede during Bhole Baba's satsang on Tuesday resulted in the death of over 80 individuals and injuries to more than fifty others.
The medical college was overwhelmed with injured people arriving by ambulance, causing distress among those present. Doctors confirmed the deaths of over 80 individuals, sparking panic among their relatives. The injured are receiving treatment, with the death toll potentially rising.
Sources report that the satsang took place in Sikandrarao town, Hathras district. As attendees hurried to leave post-event, the stampede occurred, tragically crushing many women and children. The injured were swiftly transported to Etah Medical College, where the grim count of casualties continues.
Chief Medical Officer Umesh Tripathi, Area Officer Nagar Vikrant Dwivedi, and Arun Pawar of Kotwali Nagar, along with other police and administrative officials, are at the scene managing the situation.