Tragedy Strikes Hathras: 107 Lives Lost in Stampede During Religious Event in UP

Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 12:59pm on 02 Jul 2024,Tuesday India

In a devastating incident in Hathras district, Uttar Pradesh, 107 individuals, mostly women and children, lost their lives in a stampede during a religious gathering. The tragedy unfolded as attendees rushed to exit after a 'Satsang' meeting concluded. The intense heat and overcrowding caused panic, leading to the stampede near Rati Bhanpur village. Among the victims were identified Ganga Devi, Priyanka, Jasoda, Saroj Lata, and two young children. Authorities are investigating the circumstances while Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath has directed swift relief efforts. The community mourns the loss as investigations continue into this heartbreaking event.

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