Kurnool prepares two sites for Ganesh idol immersion
According to Industries and Commerce Minister and Kurnool MLA T.G. Bharath Gupta, necessary arrangements are being made to conduct the Ganesh idols immersion at the Vinayaka Ghat on the K-C Canal and the Handri-Neeva site near the Nannur toll gate
A nine-year-old girl named Varshita lost her life, while seven others sustained severe injuries when a tractor lost control and crashed into the crowd during a Ganesh immersion procession in Dharmavaram town, Sri Sathya Sai district, on Friday night. The incident occurred at Sivanagar Bramhamgari Temple. The injured were taken to the nearby hospital.
Police report that the driver, who was in charge of the tractor, lost control on a narrow road, causing the unfortunate accident. The tractor driver is now under arrest, and the vehicle has been confiscated. A case has been filed in connection with the tragedy. Health Minister Satya Kumar Yadav directed health department officials to ensure the injured receive proper medical attention.
The Minister also contacted the family of the deceased to express his condolences and assure them of the government's support.
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