A tragic stampede at the Shri Lairai Devi Temple in Shirgao, Goa, during the annual Lairai Jatra festival, claimed the lives of six people and left over 50 injured. The incident occurred early Saturday morning when a massive crowd gathered for the religious procession, which saw the attendance of more than 50,000 devotees. The Lairai Jatra is one of Goa’s most popular religious festivals, drawing thousands of devotees from across the state and beyond. Goa Chief Minister Pramod Sawant, along with the state’s Director General of Police and senior officials, visited the site to assess the situation and offer condolences to the families of the victims. An eyewitness narrated the chilling details on the tragic stampede. Watch video.
04 May,2025 01:35 PM IST
Goa’s temple stampede tragedy has killed 6 and injured over 50 in a festival that saw the attendance of more than 50,000 people. The devastating stampede occurred during the Lairai Jatra at the Lairai Devi Temple in Shirgao. Chief Minister Pramod Sawant visited the victims and announced a three-day cancellation of all government events as a mark of respect. On the stampede, CM Pramod Sawant said "Six people died in the stampede and over 50 people have been injured. After getting the information, I went to the spot. The injured are being treated in the hospital...More than 50,000 people participate in the Jatra every year. This is an unfortunate incident. PM Modi called me and enquired about the incident. He also assured to provide assistance from the Centre. We are taking care of the treatment of the injured...SP North and the Collector are conducting an investigation of the incident...We are cancelling all Govt programs for the next 3 days in the state..."
03 May,2025 01:07 PM IST
In a relief for residents living near the Elphinstone Road Over Bridge, the Maharashtra government has announced the redevelopment of 19 buildings in the area. The decision was made on April 28 following a crucial meeting between MMRDA officials and residents. As part of the plan, all affected residents will be given new homes at the same location. However, residents of two buildings will be temporarily shifted to transit camps in Kurla during the redevelopment process. The 125-year-old Elphinstone Road Over Bridge is set to be demolished to make way for the Sewri-Worli connector project. The bridge was initially scheduled to be closed at midnight on April 26, but the plan was delayed following strong protests by residents, including those from two buildings that were marked for demolition. Watch video for more.
28 April,2025 09:40 PM IST
On February 26, Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath, along with Deputy Chief Ministers Brajesh Pathak and KP Maurya, and other cabinet ministers, took a boat ride at Sangam in Prayagraj. They visited Arail Ghat to perform Ganga Puja after the conclusion of the Maha Kumbh. The Chief Minister also took part in a cleanliness drive following the event. The cleanliness drive aimed to ensure the area remained clean and maintained after the large-scale religious gathering. The authorities have emphasized the importance of keeping the environment clean and preserving the sanctity of the location, which holds immense religious and cultural significance.
27 February,2025 03:10 PM IST
AAP leader and Rajya Sabha member Raghav Chadha criticized the BJP for its failure to manage railway services during the Maha Kumbh. He expressed deep sorrow over the tragic incident, saying it had deeply shaken the nation. Chadha extended his condolences to the families of those who lost their lives and wished for a quick recovery for the injured. He blamed the incident on mismanagement and negligence by Indian Railways. Referring to his speech in Parliament on February 11, Chadha highlighted the poor condition of the railways, comparing the overcrowded trains to "potato sacks" due to the lack of proper management.
16 February,2025 04:48 PM IST
Northern Railway's CPRO, Himanshu Shekhar Upadhyay, denied allegations of train cancellations and platform changes. Addressing the cause of the stampede, he clarified that the incident occurred when a man slipped while crossing the foot overbridge. At the time, Magadh Express, heading to Patna, was on platform 14, and Uttar Sampark Kranti, bound for Jammu, was on platform 15. The passenger’s fall caused a chain reaction, leading to the tragic event as others were hit. Upadhyay emphasized that the incident is under investigation by a high-level committee. He confirmed that no trains were cancelled or had platform changes, and all services are running as scheduled. The situation at the station is now normal.
16 February,2025 04:04 PM IST
On February 15, a stampede at New Delhi Railway Station resulted in the deaths of at least 18 people, with many others injured. Sanjay, the brother of one of the victims, shared his experience at LNJP hospital. He said that he and 11 other family members were on their way to the Maha Kumbh but hadn't even reached the platform yet. They were on the stairs when the crowd became overwhelming. His family, including his sister, got stuck in the crowd. They found her half an hour later, but by then, she had already passed away. Watch video for more.
16 February,2025 12:40 PM IST
A deadly stampede at New Delhi Railway Station on the night of February 15th, 2025, resulted in the deaths of at least 18 people, including 14 women, with more than a dozen others injured. The tragic incident occurred around 10:00 pm on platforms 13 and 14, as a large crowd of passengers, mostly Maha Kumbh devotees, gathered to board trains heading to Prayagraj for the ongoing religious gathering. The stampede was triggered by an unexpected surge in the number of passengers at the station. The sudden rush led to a chaotic situation, with some passengers fainting, further exacerbating the situation. Authorities quickly took control, managing to ease the crowd and restore order. The railway station had already experienced a swell in the number of passengers, particularly on platforms 14 and 15, as many were attempting to board special trains to Prayagraj. In response to the overwhelming crowd, the authorities arranged for four special trains and were in the process of arranging additional ones to accommodate the passengers. Indian Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw immediately ordered a high-level investigation into the incident to determine the cause of the stampede and to prevent such occurrences in the future. Prime Minister Narendra Modi expressed his sorrow over the tragic incident, offering his condolences to the victims’ families and praying for the speedy recovery of the injured.
16 February,2025 12:02 PM IST
In preparation for the massive crowds expected during the Maghi Purnima Snan on Wednesday, February 12, the district administration in Prayagraj has introduced stringent traffic regulations. To avoid the chaos experienced earlier this week, the entire Maha Kumbh area will be designated a ‘no vehicle zone.’ On Monday, February 10, thousands of devotees heading to Prayagraj were caught in traffic jams that stretched over 300 kilometers, with some travelers stranded for more than 30 hours. In response, the police advised people to turn back if possible. To prevent a repeat of this crisis, the Maha Kumbh district administration has devised a new traffic management plan. Let’s take a look at the details.
11 February,2025 06:02 PM IST
Today, Prime Minister Narendra Modi, along with Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath, took a boat ride to the Sangam in Prayagraj to attend the Maha Kumbh Mela. As they sailed, the Prime Minister greeted thousands of devotees gathered for the grand festival. After reaching the sacred site, PM Modi took a holy dip at the Triveni Sangam, marking an important spiritual moment. The Maha Kumbh Mela, the world's largest spiritual gathering, began on January 13 and will run until February 26, 2025. Devotees from across the globe are participating in prayers, rituals, and religious discussions at this sacred event.
05 February,2025 12:16 PM ISTADVERTISEMENT
