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Time of India
03-05-2025
- Politics
- Time of India
'Trying to determine exact cause of incident': North Goa SP Akshat Kaushal on Shirgao stampede
A tragic stampede at the Shirgao temple during the Larai Jatra festival in Goa resulted in six deaths and several injuries. Authorities are investigating the cause, suspecting rumors may have triggered the panic among the 50,000 attendees. NEW DELHI: Police on Saturday said they are still trying to determine the exact cause of the stampede at the Shirgao temple during the Larai Jatra festival . North Goa Superintendent of Police (SP) Akshat Kaushal informed that over 50,000 people had gathered inside the temple for the event, with approximately 400 police officers deployed for security. He added that this was the first time such an incident had occurred during the festival. You Can Also Check: Pune AQI | Weather in Pune | Bank Holidays in Pune | Public Holidays in Pune "We are still trying to determine the exact cause of the incident. However, we have been told that the stampede might have happened due to some people spreading rumours... The biggest challenge for us was to peacefully vacate more than 50,000 people who were inside the temple for the (Larai) Zatra. Around 400 police personnel were deployed here for the Zatra. This is the first time something like this has happened on this occasion," SP Kaushal told ANI. Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Website Builder — Create a Website in Minutes — Shopify Shopify Get Offer Undo Earlier in the day, Goa Chief Minister Pramod Sawant visited Shirgao, where the stampede occurred. The incident took place around 4-5 AM on Saturday. 'This is the first time a stampede incident has taken place in Goa,' Sawant said, adding that Prime Minister Narendra Modi had called to enquire about the situation. "The unfortunate stampede incident took place today at around 4-5 AM. This is the first time a stampede incident has taken place in Goa. I have reached the spot right now. I met the injured at different hospitals. Six people died in the incident. I have asked the State administration to conduct an inquiry into the incident... PM Modi called me and enquired about the incident," Sawant said. Both President Droupadi Murmu and Prime Minister Narendra Modi expressed their grief over the tragic stampede in Shirgao.
Mint
03-05-2025
- Politics
- Mint
Goa Temple Stampede Live Updates: Incident killed 6, several injured; PM Modi expresses condolences
Goa Temple Stampede Live Updates: In the early hours of Saturday, a stampede broke out during a temple festival at a village in North Goa, killing six while several others were injured, PTI reported citing officials. The incident occurred at the Sree Lairai Devi temple in Shirgao village, according to a senior police official, PTI reported. Thousands of devotees from Goa, Maharashtra and Karnataka had gathered at the temple for the festival. Following the incident, Prime Minister Narendra Modi expressed condolences and spoke to Goa Chief Minister Dr Pramod Sawant. PMO wrote on X, ' Saddened by the loss of lives due to a stampede in Shirgao, Goa. Condolences to those who lost their loved ones. May the injured recover soon. The local administration is assisting those affected.' Follow updates here: 03 May 2025, 11:13 AM IST North Goa SP Akshat Kaushal told ANI, 'We are still trying to determine the exact cause of the incident. However, we have been told that the stampede might have happened due to some people spreading rumours.' He added, "the biggest challenge for us was to peacefully vacate more than 50,000 people who were inside the temple for the (Larai) Zatra. Around 400 police personnel were deployed here for the Zatra. This is the first time something like this has happened on this occasion." 03 May 2025, 11:10 AM IST Goa Chief Minister Dr Pramod Sawant informed that PM Narendra Modi spoke to him and assured total support. Goa CM said in a post on X, 'Deeply saddened by the tragic stampede at the Lairai Zatra in Shirgaon this morning. I visited the hospital to meet the injured and have assured all possible support to the affected families. I am personally monitoring the situation to ensure that every necessary measure is being taken. Prime Minister Narendra Modi spoke with me and took detailed stock of the situation, offering his full support during this difficult time.' 03 May 2025, 11:02 AM IST The tragic stampede incident in Sree Lairai Devi temple in Shirgao village of Goa has killed six people, while several others were injured.
Mint
03-05-2025
- Politics
- Mint
Goa stampede: ‘Some people spreading rumours…,' here's what North Goa SP said about accident
At least six people lost their lives and 55 others were injured in a stampede at a temple in Goa, where hundreds of Hindu devotees had gathered, a police official reported on Saturday. The stampede occurred on Friday night during the annual Lairai Devi Jatra at the Shirgao temple in Goa's Shirgao village, a festival renowned for its traditional fire-walking rituals. The tragic incident led to six fatalities and left more than 50 people injured. Speaking on the Shirgao stampede, North Goa SP Akshat Kaushal said that the police are still trying to determine the exact cause of the incident. The biggest challenge for us was to peacefully vacate more than 50,000 people. He told ANI, 'However, we have been told that the stampede might have happened due to some people spreading rumours... The biggest challenge for us was to peacefully vacate more than 50,000 people who were inside the temple for the (Larai) Zatra. Around 400 police personnel were deployed here for the Zatra. This is the first time something like this has happened on this occasion.' Goa Chief Minister Pramod Sawant announced an inquiry into the Sree Lairai Devi Temple stampede, PTI reported. Sawant also visited the Goa Medical College (GMC), where some injured persons in the Shirgao stampede are being treated. Speaking about the incident, Pramod Sawant said, "Six people died in the stampede, and over 50 people have been injured. After getting the information, I went to the spot. The injured are being treated in the than 50,000 people participate in the Jatra every year. This is an unfortunate incident. PM Modi called me and enquired about the incident. He also assured to provide assistance from the Centre. (This is a developing story) Key Takeaways Crowd management is crucial during large events to prevent tragedies. Misinformation can exacerbate panic and chaos in emergency situations. Adequate police presence and planning are vital for ensuring public safety.
