India: Six dead in Bihar temple stampede
At least six people were killed after a stampede broke out at a Hindu shrine in eastern India. An investigation into the incident is underway.
A tragic stampede occurred at the Ashok Dham temple in Lakhisarai district, Bihar, India, resulting in at least seven deaths and over a dozen injuries. The incident took place on an auspicious Monday during the holy month of Shravan, as thousands of devotees gathered to offer water to Lord Shiva. Senior police officer Shivam Kumar stated that an electric pole falling triggered panic and led to the stampede.
District magistrate Shailendra Kumar revealed that a barricade was compromised due to the crowd rush, causing people to collide with one another. At least 19 injured individuals are being treated in hospitals. Prime Minister Narendra Modi expressed his condolences, while Bihar Chief Minister Samrat Choudhary ordered swift medical assistance for the injured. Investigations are being conducted to determine the exact cause of the crush.
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