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Business Standard
03-05-2025
- Politics
- Business Standard
Goa govt cancels all state-backed events for 3 days after temple stampede
The Goa government on Saturday announced that all functions supported by it stand cancelled for the next three days in the wake of a stampede during a temple festival that killed six devotees and injured more than 70. "In view of the tragic stampede incident that occurred during the Shree Devi Lairai Zatra at Shirgao, and as an expression of condolences to the departed and their families, the Government of Goa directs that all Government- supported festive programmes and public celebrations scheduled over the next three days be cancelled or postponed," a circular issued by Shreyas D'Silva, Under Secretary of General Administration Department, stated. "All Heads of Departments, Government Corporations and Autonomous Bodies are hereby instructed to ensure strict compliance with this directive," the circular reads. The stampede occurred at a temple festival at Shirgao village in North Goa in the wee hours of Saturday, officials said. According to the police, thousands of devotees thronged the narrow lanes of the temple for the annual festival. "At least 30,000 to 40,000 people had gathered for the festival, and some were standing on a slope. A few persons fell on the slope, causing others to tumble on each other," said Director General of Police Alok Kumar. He said 40 to 50 people fell on the slope. (Only the headline and picture of this report may have been reworked by the Business Standard staff; the rest of the content is auto-generated from a syndicated feed.)
Hindustan Times
03-05-2025
- Politics
- Hindustan Times
Goa temple stampede: State govt cancels all events for next three days
The Goa government on Saturday announced that all functions supported by it stand cancelled for the next three days in the wake of a stampede during a temple festival that killed six devotees and injured more than 70. "In view of the tragic stampede incident that occurred during the Shree Devi Lairai Zatra at Shirgao, and as an expression of condolences to the departed and their families, the Government of Goa directs that all Government- supported festive programmes and public celebrations scheduled over the next three days be cancelled or postponed," a circular issued by Shreyas D'Silva, Under Secretary of General Administration Department, stated. "All Heads of Departments, Government Corporations and Autonomous Bodies are hereby instructed to ensure strict compliance with this directive," the circular reads. The stampede occurred at a temple festival at Shirgao village in North Goa in the wee hours of Saturday, officials said. According to the police, thousands of devotees thronged the narrow lanes of the temple for the annual festival. "At least 30,000 to 40,000 people had gathered for the festival, and some were standing on a slope. A few persons fell on the slope, causing others to tumble on each other," said Director General of Police Alok Kumar. He said 40 to 50 people fell on the slope.
Time of India
03-05-2025
- Time of India
Goa temple stampede: Government cancels all state-supported events for next 3 days
PANAJI: In the wake of a stampede during a temple festival that claimed six lives and injured over 60 people, the Goa government on Saturday announced the cancellation of all state-supported events and public celebrations for the next three days. "In view of the tragic stampede incident that occurred during the Shree Devi Lairai Zatra at Shirgao, and as an expression of condolences to the departed and their families, the Government of Goa directs that all Government- supported festive programmes and public celebrations scheduled over the next three days be cancelled or postponed," a circular issued by Shreyas D'Silva, Under Secretary of General Administration Department, stated. "All Heads of Departments, Government Corporations and Autonomous Bodies are hereby instructed to ensure strict compliance with this directive," the circular reads. The stampede occurred in the early hours of Saturday at a temple in Shirgao village, located in North Goa, officials confirmed. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Trend: This unbreakable health-tracking watch is delighting seniors Indestructible Smartwatch Undo According to police, thousands of devotees had gathered in the narrow lanes surrounding the temple for the annual festival, leading to overcrowding and chaos that eventually triggered the deadly stampede. "At least 30,000 to 40,000 people had gathered for the festival, and some were standing on a slope. A few persons fell on the slope, causing others to tumble on each other," said director general of police Alok Kumar. Kumar said 40 to 50 people fell on the slope. Names of victims The six deceased have been identified as Surya Mayekar (Sakhali, Bicholim), Pratibha Kalangutkar (Kumbharjua), Yeshwant Kerkar (Thivim), Sagar Nandarge (Mathwada, Piligao), and Aditya and Tanuja Kauthankar (Auchit Wada, Thivim). Health minister Vishwajit Rane confirmed that four victims — two men and two women — were brought dead to the hospital.
Express Tribune
16-02-2025
- Politics
- Express Tribune
Probe launched into university harassment
PESHAWAR/TIMARGARA: The Khyber-Pakhtunkhwa government has taken notice of the alleged harassment of female students by a lecturer at Malakand University and has formed an inquiry committee to investigate the matter. Chief Minister Ali Amin Gandapur has directed the committee to submit a comprehensive report, while Governor Faisal Karim Kundi has instructed the police, district administration, and university authorities to ensure a transparent probe. According to an official notification issued by the CM's Secretariat, a two-member inquiry committee has been constituted. The committee includes Additional Secretary of the Administration Department, Asif Rahim, and AIG Establishment, Sonia Shamroz. They have been tasked with gathering all relevant evidence and recording statements. The Deputy Commissioner and DPO of Lower Dir will assist in the investigation. The committee has been directed to submit its report within 15 days and to register a case if the allegations are proven. Condemning the incident, the Governor termed it a serious concern for the academic community. He stated that harassment in educational institutions is unacceptable and must be dealt with firmly. "Such disgraceful incidents push women backward in education and society," he remarked, adding that K-P's traditions and Pakhtun culture strongly discourage such behavior. He further stated that such incidents of harassment cast a shadow over the reputation and quality of higher education institutions. He also criticized the provincial government, stating that it has lost interest in university matters beyond recruitment. On the other hand, police on Sunday arrested Professor Abdul Haseeb and his mobile phone has also been taken into custody in which dozens of objectionable videos of girls have been reportedly found. The incident has become top trend on social media, forcing the government to take notice of it. The accused is already married and said to be a resident of Bara, Khyber tribal district.
