Haridwar: Ar least six people lost their lives in a stampede at the Mansa Devi temple in Haridwar on Sunday. Authorities have rushed to the spot to conduct rescue and relief operations.
Garhwal Division Commissioner Vinay Shankar Pandey confirmed the casualties and said he is en route to the location.
“6 people dead in a stampede after a huge crowd gathered at the Mansa Devi temple in Haridwar. I am leaving for the spot. A detailed report of the incident is awaited,” Garhwal Division Commissioner Vinay Shankar Pandey said.
Several people have been injured in the incident. They have been rushed to hospital. Initial reports suggest that rumours of an electric shock suffered by some people sparked the stampede.
This is a developing story.