Puri Rath Yatra Stampede Kills 3, Dozens Hurt – Security Failure Exposed

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🔴 Puri Rath Yatra Stampede Kills 3, Dozens Hurt – Security Failure Exposed

🔴 Puri Rath Yatra Stampede Kills 3, Dozens Hurt Amid Massive Crowd

In a shocking turn during today’s Rath Yatra procession in Puri, a sudden *crowd surge* near the Gundicha Temple claimed **three lives** and left over a dozen hospitalized in a stampede-like situation, prompting outrage and grief across the nation. This comes amidst massive pilgrim turnout as devotees rushed to glimpse the deities aboard the chariots. Odisha officials have acknowledged a severe lapse in crowd control measures.

📍 Incident Details

  • Time & Location: Early Sunday morning at Gundicha Temple, Puri
  • Casualties: 3 confirmed dead, 15 admitted—others released
  • Cause: Devotees scrambled to get near chariots, triggering a dangerous surge

Siddharth Shankar Swain, Puri’s senior official: “Many devotees fainted or felt breathless amid the chaos.”



👥 Political Backlash & Apologies

  • Naveen Patnaik (former Odisha CM): “Shocking lapse in duty—government machinery failed devotees.”
  • Mohan Charan Majhi (current CM): “This negligence is inexcusable,” vows full investigation and accountability.

The stampede has intensified calls for improved protocols during large gatherings.

✅ FAQ: What You Must Know

Why did the crowd surge happen?

Thousands gathered for Rath Yatra, and in excitement to see the deities, many surged forward simultaneously near Gundicha Temple.

What's being done now?

Odisha Govt and Police Control are launching an investigation and reviewing crowd management protocols.

Is Rath Yatra affected?

No, the procession continues, but security has doubled and public is urged to follow instructions.

📌 Why This Matters

  • Rath Yatra attracts **hundreds of thousands**—safety failures have national significance
  • Millions witnessing festival live; lapses erode public trust
  • A blueprint for future enhanced crowd safety and infrastructure review

🔚 Final Word

This tragic event is a stern reminder of **crowd control challenges at mass religious gatherings**. Odisha officials have committed to reforms. Stay with NewsWalaFeed for updates, eyewitness reports, and rescue information.

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📢 Hashtags

#PuriStampede #RathYatra2025 #OdishaNews #CrowdSafety #PuriTragedy #HinduFestival #DevoteeSafety

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