Stampede at Sheetla Mata Temple in Nalanda Leaves Nine Dead
A stampede at Sheetla Mata Temple in Nalanda left nine people dead on the auspicious occasion of Sheetlashtami. Compensations of ₹6 lakh each are being provided to victims' families, with all medical expenses covered for injured persons.
Highlights
- •Nine people lost their lives in a tragic stampede at Sheetla Mata Temple, Nalanda
- •Compensation of ₹6 lakh provided to deceased's families by the government
- •Free medical treatment is being offered to the injured at hospitals
- •Chief Minister Nitish Kumar has initiated relief and rescue operations
The tragic incident of a stampede that claimed nine lives occurred recently at theSheetla Mata Temple in Nalanda, Bihar. Among those who lost their lives are eight women, while seven individuals sustained injuries and were admitted to hospitals.
Chief Minister Nitish Kumar has expressed profound grief over this accident. The government has announced a compensation of ₹6 lakh for each deceased family's next of kin. The aid comprises ₹4 lakh from the Disaster Management Department and another ₹2 lakh from the Chief Minister's Relief Fund.
Dire Circumstances of Incident
Amidst an unusually large crowd on Sheetlashtami, a day celebrating the Goddess Sheetla, several women fainted, leading to sudden public panic. The chaotic situation resulted in a stampede as people stumbled and fell over each other.
Rapid response teams have arrived at the accident site under CM Nitish Kumar's directives. They are actively engaged in relief and rescue operations, ensuring that all affected receive necessary medical care. The Chief Minister has wished for swift recovery of the injured and expressed deep concern over this tragedy.
