In the aftermath of a tragic stampede at the Sri Venkateswara Swami Temple in Tirumala, Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister Chandrababu Naidu has taken swift action by suspending officials and ordering a judicial probe into the incident. Criticizing the lack of responsibility and failure to assess the situation, Naidu's political opponents are also utilizing the incident to attack his government. Amidst the controversy, the temple's reputation for managing large crowds has taken a hit and measures are being suggested to prevent such incidents in the future.
Satish is mourning the loss of his wife Lavanya, who tragically died in a stampede at the revered Tirumala temple during the annual pilgrimage. Lavanya had excitedly shared a selfie with her family and friends from the queue for tokens, moments before the stampede occurred. Reports reveal that the incident was triggered by an elderly woman who required medical attention, causing chaos and a surge of devotees towards the gates. The tragedy has shaken the thousands who had gathered for the auspicious occasion.
At least six people were killed and 40 others injured in a tragic stampede at the famous Lord Venkateswara Swamy temple in Tirupati, India. The incident happened during the rush for tickets to the annual Vaikunta Dwara Darshanam, which is known to attract a massive crowd every year. The injured are receiving treatment and leaders, including the Prime Minister Narendra Modi, have expressed their condolences and are closely monitoring the situation.
President Droupadi Murmu expressed her distress and offered heartfelt condolences to the families of devotees who lost their lives in a stampede at Tirupati on Thursday. She also prayed for the speedy recovery of the injured and urged for better crowd management at religious places. The stampede occurred on Wednesday night as devotees were jostling for tickets at the Lord Venkateswara Swamy temple on Tirumala Hills for the Vaikunta Dwara Darshanam.
A stampede at Tirupati's Vaikuntha Dwara Darshan ticketing center left four devotees dead and several injured. Despite being in the vicinity of a major religious site, the incident highlights the lack of effective crowd management and safety protocols. Multiple investigations have been launched into the tragedy, with promises of compensation and structural reform to avoid future incidents.
At least six people were killed and dozens were injured in a stampede at the Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanams (TTD) temple in Tirupati, Andhra Pradesh. The incident occurred as devotees gathered in large numbers to receive tokens for the Vaikunta Ekadasi festival. The Chief Minister has ordered an inquiry into the incident and will visit the temple on Thursday to announce ex-gratia for the families of the deceased.
Telugu actor Allu Arjun has been granted regular bail in the criminal case registered against him after a woman lost her life in a stampede at the premiere of his film Pushpa 2 in Hyderabad. The court has imposed conditions such as a personal bond and regular appearances before the police. The case was registered based on a complaint filed by the family members of the deceased woman, and Arjun was earlier granted interim bail by the High Court.
During Shreya Ghoshal's concert in Dubai, chaos broke out as several audience members rushed towards the stage, resulting in a near stampede. The acclaimed singer quickly took control of the situation and halted her performance to draw attention to the safety hazard, as small children were caught in the middle of the commotion. This incident highlights the need for event organisers to prioritize crowd control and safety measures in crowded concerts.
Pushpa 2, starring Allu Arjun, has broken records left and right, becoming the highest grossing film in India and second to only Baahubali 2 in reaching the ₹1000 crore mark. Despite its success, the film is embroiled in controversy after a woman died in a stampede during its premiere. Director Kalees' Baby John, featuring Varun Dhawan, is set to release soon and may affect Pushpa 2's dominance in theatres. Additionally, Allu Arjun's feud with the Telangana government continues to make headlines.
Chaos ensued at popular Telugu actor Allu Arjun's home as members of a local committee demanded justice for Revanth's family, who were victims of a stampede at Sandhya Theater. The protesters' aggressive behavior caused damage to the actor's property, prompting security personnel to step in. Fans fear for the safety of Allu Arjun and his family as authorities investigate the incident and work to prevent future occurrences.