Tragic Stampede at Bhole Baba Religious Gathering Claims 116 Lives

A deadly stampede at a religious congregation led by Bhole Baba in Sikandrarau has resulted in 116 deaths, mostly women and children. The aftermath has left relatives grieving as they struggle to collect the bodies amidst inadequate facilities. Authorities are investigating the incident's causes.


PTI | Hathras | Updated: 02-07-2024 23:59 IST | Created: 02-07-2024 23:59 IST
Tragic Stampede at Bhole Baba Religious Gathering Claims 116 Lives
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A catastrophic stampede occurred at Bhole Baba's religious gathering in Sikandrarau, claiming 116 lives, predominantly women and children. Heartbroken relatives waited in the drizzle outside the government hospital, desperate to retrieve the bodies of the deceased.

Eyewitnesses recounted the chaos and lack of proper facilities, which exacerbated the tragedy. "My mother's body is here but I'm unable to get an ambulance," one distraught individual lamented.

Authorities have promised a prompt investigation. An FIR will be filed against the organizers, and a special team has been assigned to deliver a report within 24 hours.

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