The West Indian legend, who captained his region from 1974-75 to 1984-85, appealed to the establishment for financial help... [Read More]
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08 January,2025 08:22 PM ISTTirupati Collector Dr. S. Venkateswar spoke about the stampede at Vishnu Nivasam during ticket collection for prayers. He explained that there were elaborate arrangements made for Vaikunth Ekadasi by TTD and the District Administration. A sufficient number of police were deployed at nine ticket counters in Tirupati and one in Tirumala, along with holding areas. However, there was a miscommunication about opening a gate, which led to the unfortunate incident. The Chief Minister has been in contact and will visit to review the situation. The stampede was controlled by 9:30 pm, and ticket distribution was completed by 1 am. Sadly, five people died in the stampede, and one person died from illness. Post-mortem is in progress.... [Read More]
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09 January,2025 12:21 PM ISTA stampede broke out at the Tirupati Temple on January 8, causing the deaths of at least six people and leaving several others injured. The incident occurred near Vishnu Niwasam, close to the Tirumala Srivari Vaikuntha Dwara ticketing counter, during the distribution of `darshan` tokens. The stampede was triggered by overcrowding, according to the Chairman of the Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanams (TTD). Devotees from across the country had gathered in large numbers since January 8 to collect tokens. By the end of the day, the crowds grew so large that congestion occurred, leading to the tragic incident. The families of those who died are deeply grieving the loss.... [Read More]
09 January,2025 11:51 AM ISTA stampede near Vishnu Nivasam in Tirupati on January 8 resulted in at least six people being killed and several others injured. The incident occurred during the distribution of Vaikunta Dwara Sarva Darshan tokens for the 10-day Vaikunta Dwara Darshanam, which begins on January 10. Hundreds of devotees were trying to get tickets when the situation became chaotic. Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu expressed deep shock over the deaths and instructed senior officials to go to the scene. He also directed that relief measures be taken and proper medical treatment be provided to the injured. Naidu planned to visit the SVR Ruia Government General Hospital and SVIMS Hospital, where the injured were being treated, between noon and 3 pm. Witnesses at the scene described a massive crowd of people struggling to find space, while police tried to manage the situation. The stampede occurred at around 8 pm when Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanams (TTD) began distributing tokens at various centers, including Vishnu Nivasam, Srinivasam, and Padmavati Park. The crowd grew uncontrollable when the gates were opened to allow an unwell devotee to exit the queue. This led to a rush, causing overcrowding and triggering stampedes at two locations. The TTD had announced that 1.2 lakh tokens for Vaikunthadwara Darshan on January 10 would be distributed across nine centers with 94 counters. However, the sudden surge of people overwhelmed the distribution process, leading to the tragic incident. Watch video for more.... [Read More]
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