Crime & Law · India
Stampede at Bihar Temple Kills Seven, Injures Fourteen
A stampede at the Ashok Dham temple in Lakhisarai, Bihar, resulted in the deaths of seven people and injuries to fourteen others. The incident occurred during the Sawan month rush, with reports indicating overcrowding and barricade collapse as contributing factors. Union Home Minister Amit Shah described the event as tragic and stated that the administration was providing all possible treatment. The exact cause of the stampede is under investigation.
How outlets across the spectrum covered it
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- Left (1): The Telegraph (India)
- Centre (1): The Print
- Right (2): The Pioneer, Times Now
- International (1): Euronews