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Six die at temple in India’s Bihar after ‘stampede-like’ event, officials say

From Kathmandu Post · () English

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News Named sources Outcome reported
  • Six people died at the Ashok Dham temple in India's Bihar state during a religious observance.
  • Authorities are investigating the cause, with initial reports suggesting an electric pole fell, leading to electrocution and a stampede-like situation.
  • At least five others were injured in the incident, highlighting India's history of crowd-related accidents during large gatherings.

A stampede-like incident at the Ashok Dham temple in India's Bihar state has resulted in the deaths of six devotees. The event occurred during a religious observance for a Hindu holy month in the Lakhisarai district.

Authorities are working to determine the exact cause of the tragedy. Initial reports from a senior police officer suggest that an electric pole may have fallen, causing electrocution among the crowd. This incident reportedly triggered a stampede-like situation.

At least five other individuals sustained injuries during the event. Rescuers were seen bringing injured people to hospitals on stretchers, as captured in television images. This incident brings to mind India's history of fatal crowd accidents, including the 30 deaths at the Maha Kumbh festival the previous year when millions gathered for sacred bathing.

It is being said that an electric pole fell there and people were electrocuted, which led to a stampede-like situation. We can tell you the exact reason only after verifying everything.

— Shivam KumarA senior police officer explaining the initial findings of the incident.
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