In a tragic incident on Tuesday, over 100 people lost their lives and several others were injured in a stampede at a religious congregation in Ratibhanpur village, Hathras district, Uttar Pradesh. Heartbreaking visuals emerged showing the bodies of the deceased, including women and children, lying on the ground in the aftermath of the calamity.
Senior Superintendent of Police, Etah, Rajesh Kumar Singh, reported that the incident occurred at a 'satsang' in Pulrai village, where a massive crowd had gathered. Sikandra Rao police station SHO Ashish Kumar indicated that the stampede was likely caused by overcrowding, which led to panic and chaos.
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In response to the tragedy, Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath expressed his heartfelt condolences to the bereaved families. He directed officials to promptly reach the accident site and initiate relief measures to assist those affected. Adityanath emphasized the importance of providing immediate medical treatment to the injured, ensuring they are swiftly transported to hospitals for care. He also wished the injured a speedy recovery.
To thoroughly investigate the incident, a team has been constituted comprising the Agra Additional Director General of Police and the Divisional Commissioner of Aligarh. This team will probe the causes and circumstances leading to the stampede, aiming to prevent such incidents in the future.
The stampede has left the community in deep sorrow, with families mourning the loss of their loved ones. The state administration is focused on providing all necessary support to the victims' families and ensuring that the injured receive the best possible medical attention.
This tragic event highlights the need for better crowd management and safety measures during large gatherings to prevent such devastating occurrences. The authorities are urged to take stringent actions to ensure the safety and security of people attending religious and public events.
