Carry out prompt probe: Puri Gajapati
'Shree Gajapati Maharaja has appealed to the State government to carry out a prompt and comprehensive inquiry regarding this most unfortunate incident and to take proper and immediate steps to prevent the recurrence of such incidents,' his office said in a statement.
Deb said he was 'shocked and deeply saddened to learn about the stampede last night near Shree Gundicha temple in which three devotees lost their lives and many others were injured'. He also offered prayers for the departed souls and conveyed his deep condolences to the members of the bereaved families.
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From Haridwar's Mansa Devi To Prayagraj's Maha Kumbh: A List Of Major Stampedes In India
Last Updated: A stampede at Mansa Devi temple in Haridwar, Uttarakhand, caused by a false electric shock rumor, resulted in six deaths and several injuries. A magisterial inquiry was ordered. In a tragic incident, at least six people lost their lives and several others were injured after a stampede broke out at the holy shrine of Mansa Devi temple in Uttarakhand's Haridwar, where hundreds of devotees had gathered on Sunday to pay obeisance to the deity. The incident took place when a rumour of an electric shock on the stairs spread among the huge crowd of devotees. Investigators did not find any indication of electric wire breaking, as was the rumour, DM Mayur Dixit told reporters. 'We found through photos and videos that someone spread the rumour of electric wire breaking, while looking at the injured or the dead, we did not get any such indication… We will investigate who spread the rumour that caused the stampede and a magisterial inquiry will be set up investigating cameras and other means… The death of 6 people has been confirmed," he said. SSP Pramendra Singh Dobal told news agency ANI that the stampede was triggered by the rumour of an electric shock on stairs 100 metres down the temple route. Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami condoled the deaths in the incident and ordered a magisterial inquiry. He also announced an ex-gratia of Rs 2 lakh each for the families of the deceased and Rs 50,000 for the injured. Prime Minister Narendra Modi also expressed grief over the incident and said that the local administration is assisting those affected. A stampede is a sudden, uncontrolled rush of people, causing injury or death due to panic or overcrowding. It occurs when a large crowd moves uncontrollably, often resulting in injury or death due to panic. Other Stampede Incidents This is not the first time that a people have lost their loves died in stampedes at temples and other religious gatherings over the years in India. A stampede at Maharashtra's Mandhardevi temple in 2005 led to the deaths of more than 340 devotees. A stampede at Rajasthan's Chamunda Devi temple in 2008 led to the deaths of over 250 people. A stampede at a religious gathering at Naina Devi temple in Himachal Pradesh caused the loss of lives of 162 people in 2008. Here is a list of some of the major stampedes that occurred in the country over the last two decades. Gundicha Temple Stampede (June 29, 2025): At least three devotees were killed and over 50 were injured after a stampede broke out near Shri Gundicha Temple during the annual Rath Yatra in Odisha's Puri. The stampede took place in front of the chariot of Lord Jagannath, Nandighosh, when it reached the Gundicha Temple around 4-5 am on June 29, Puri District Collector Siddharth S Swain said as quoted by news agency PTI. Lairai Devi Temple Stampede (May 3, 2025): At least six people were killed and over 70 injured after a stampede took place during the annual Devi Lairai Jatra in Shirgaon village in Goa. The stampede took place as thousands of devotees participated in the procession to witness and take part in the centuries-old ritual at the temple, where barefoot 'dhonds' walk across a bed of burning embers. New Delhi Railway Station Stampede (February 15, 2025): At least eighteen people, including five children and 9 women, lost their lives after a stampede occurred at the New Delhi Railway Station on February 15 this year. The incident took place after hundreds of passengers gathered suddenly on platforms 13 and 14 in a span of 15-20 minutes, triggering a stampede which left several injured. They were waiting to board the train to Prayagraj for Maha Kumbh. Maha Kumbh Stampede (January 29, 2025): The religious congregation at the Sangam area of the Maha Kumbh in Prayagraj turned into a nightmare for many as thirty people were killed and 60 were injured when crores of pilgrims jostled for space to take a holy dip on the occasion of Mauni Amavasya on January 29 this year. Venkateswara Swamy Temple Stampede (January 8, 2025): At least six people were killed and several others were injured in a stampede in Tirupati, Andhra Pradesh on January 8 evening, after thousands of devotees flocked to the Lord Venkateswara Swamy temple in Tirumala Hills to get tickets for Vaikunta Dwara Darshanam. Hathras Satsang Stampede (July 2, 2024): Over 116 people died and dozens were injured in a stampede at a religious congregation in a village in Uttar Pradesh's Hathras district on July 2 last year. The stampede broke out at a 'satsang' (prayer meeting) organised by a self-styled godman, Bhole Baba aka Narayan Saakar Hari. The stampede took place around 3:30 pm when Baba was leaving the venue. Indore Stampede (March 21, 2023): Thirty-six people died when the slab constructed on top of an ancient 'bawdi' or well collapsed during a 'havan' programme held on the occasion of Ram Navami at a temple in Madhya Pradesh's Indore. Vaishno Devi Stampede (January 1, 2022): Twelve people died and over a dozen were injured in a stampede at the holy shrine of Shri Mata Vaishno Devi in Jammu and Kashmir's Katra triggered by a heavy rush of devotees on the occasion of new year. Rajahmundry Stampede (July 14, 2015): Twenty-seven pilgrims died and 20 others were injured in a stampede at a major bathing spot on the banks of the Godavari river where a huge crowd of devotees had gathered on the opening day of the 'Pushkaram' festival in Rajahmundry in Andhra Pradesh Datia Stampede (October 13, 2013): 115 people were killed and over 100 injured in a stampede during the Navratri festivities near Ratangarh temple in Madhya Pradesh's Datia district. The stampede was triggered by rumours that a river bridge the devotees were crossing was about to collapse. Patna's Chhath Stampede (November 19, 2012): Eighteen people were killed and many others injured as a makeshift bridge caved in, triggering a stampede during the Chhath Puja at Adalat Ghat on one of the banks of the Ganga River in Patna. Haridwar Har-ki-Pauri Stampede (November 8, 2011): Twenty people were killed in a stampede in Haridwar at Har-ki-Pauri ghat on the banks of the Ganga river. Sabarimala Stampede (January 14, 2011): A stampede caused by a jeep crashing into pilgrims at Pulmedu in Kerala's Idukki district left 104 Sabarimala devotees dead and over 40 injured. Pratapgarh Stampede (March 4, 2010): Sixty-three people were killed in a stampede at Ram Janki Temple of Kripalu Maharaj in Uttar Pradesh's Pratapgarh district as people gathered to collect free clothes and food from the religious leader. Jodhpur Stampede (September 30, 2008): Between 220 and 250 devotees were killed and over 60 injured in a stampede triggered by rumours of a bomb going off at Chamunda Devi temple in Rajasthan's Jodhpur. Naina Devi Temple Stampede (August 3, 2008): A stampede triggered by rumours of rockslides at Naina Devi temple in Himachal Pradesh's Bilaspur district left 162 dead and 47 injured. Mandhardevi Temple Stampede (January 25, 2005): Around 340 devotees were trampled to death and hundreds injured during an annual pilgrimage at Mandhardevi temple in Maharashtra's Satara district. The accident occurred when some people fell down the steps made slippery by the devotees breaking coconuts. top videos View all Nashik Kumbh Stampede (August 27, 2003): Thirty-nine people were killed and around 140 injured in a stampede during the holy bath at the Kumbh Mela in Maharashtra's Nashik district. (With inputs from agencies) About the Author Shobhit Gupta Shobhit Gupta is a sub-editor at and covers India and International news. He is interested in day to day political affairs in India and geopolitics. He earned his BA Journalism (Hons) degree from More Get breaking news, in-depth analysis, and expert perspectives on everything from politics to crime and society. Stay informed with the latest India news only on News18. 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BJD to raise growing crime against women in Odisha in Parliament session: MP Patra
BHUBANESWAR: The BJD is set to raise the issue of deteriorating law and order situation in Odisha, especially the growing crime against women, during the monsoon session of Parliament beginning Monday. After attending the all-party meeting ahead of the Parliament session in New Delhi on Sunday, BJD Rajya Sabha MP Sasmit Patra told mediapersons that there seems to be a complete collapse of law and order situation in the state. There has also been an alarming rise in heinous crimes against women and girl children in Odisha. Patra said the recent incident of self-immolation of a girl student of FM (Autonomous) College in Balasore has shaken the conscience of the nation. He highlighted that the victim had reached out to the BJP MP in Balasore and also to the local administration. 'She had also brought her plight to the notice of the chief minister and the Higher Education minister, but everyone turned their back. She was a student as well as an active member of ABVP,' he said. Soon after the Balasore incident, a 15-year-old girl in Puri district was set ablaze by miscreants. 'This clearly shows how the Odisha BJP government is ruling the state in utter lawlessness and anarchy,' Patra said. The BJD MP said death of three devotees outside the Gundicha temple during Rath Yatra in Puri due to a stampede and other issues focused on the state's interest will also be raised by the party during the session. BJD leaders and workers earlier gheraoed Balanga police station demanding immediate arrest of the culprits in the incident. A large number of party leaders and workers lit lamps in front of the Lingaraj temple in the evening praying for the early recovery of the victim.
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CUTTACK: The Orissa High Court on Friday quashed a controversial order issued by the Rayagada collector that barred Bhawanipatna-based doctor Randall Sequeira from entering the district. The June 4 order, which also applied to noted activist Medha Patkar and 22 others, was imposed ahead of a planned protest against proposed bauxite mining at the Sijimali hills. Delivering the verdict, Justice SK Panigrahi held that blanket bans on protest activities are contrary to constitutional values. 'In a constitutional democracy, the government should focus on dialogue and management rather than exclusion,' the court said, emphasising that reasonable regulation and not prohibition is the appropriate response to concerns over law and order. The court took note of the context in which the ban was issued - during the Rath Yatra festivities, when police resources were stretched thin. However, it stated that those constraints were temporary and it was no longer justifiable to continue the restrictions. Dr Sequeira, who has provided free healthcare services to tribal communities in Rayagada and Kalahandi for several years, had challenged the ban as unconstitutional. His counsel, Advocate Afraaz Suhail, argued that the order disrupted essential services and violated his client's fundamental rights. While lifting the restriction on Dr Sequeira, the court laid down operational guidelines for future protests. These include prior notification to authorities, cooperation from organisers, state facilitation of venue and time, and proportionate restrictions to maintain public order. This apart, protesters must ensure peaceful conduct and authorities must avoid arbitrary denial of protest rights. The court stressed that these guidelines are case-specific and do not dilute broader constitutional protections under Article 19. Violations by protesters or unjustified restrictions by authorities will both be subject to legal scrutiny, it said. Dr Sequeira is now free to enter Rayagada district and resume his work. The status of the ban on other activists, including Medha Patkar and Prafulla Samantara, remains unclear as of the judgment by Justice Panigrahi on Friday.
