Hathras Tragedy: Stampede at Public Gathering Claims 116 Lives

Hathras Stampede: Tragedy Strikes Public Gathering, Claiming 116 Lives

On July 2, 2024, a devastating stampede occurred during a public event near Phulrai village in the Sikandrarau area of Uttar Pradesh’s Hathras district.

Here are the key details of Hathras Tragedy:

1. The Event:
   • The gathering was organized by preacher Baba Narayan Hari, popularly known as Bhole Baba.
   • Thousands of devotees had congregated for a ‘Satsang’ (spiritual discourse) held by Bhole Baba.
2. The Tragedy:
   • As Bhole Baba left the venue, devotees ran after his vehicle.
   • Some people bent down to collect soil from the path where the baba had walked, a common practice for worship.
   • The race to collect soil led to overcrowding, resulting in people falling and getting trampled.
   • A total of 116 people lost their lives in the stampede, with 108 of them being women. Seven children were also among the victims.
3. Organizational Lapses in Hathras Tragedy:
   • The event organizers had sought permission for 80,000 attendees, but the actual number far exceeded this.
   • Authorities have identified a lapse on the part of the organizers.
   • The sub-divisional magistrate’s role in granting permission is under investigation.
4. Search for Bhole Baba:
   • The police are actively searching for Bhole Baba.
   • His whereabouts remain unknown, as he was not inside the campus of Ram Kutir Charitable Trust at Mainpuri.
5. Government Response to Hathras Tragedy:
   • The Uttar Pradesh government has identified most of the bodies and kept them at the government hospital in Hathras.
   • An FIR has been registered, and action will be taken against those responsible.
   • Administrative lapses will be thoroughly investigated.
6. Lessons and Reflection:
   • This tragedy highlights the need for better crowd management during large gatherings.
   • Stampedes at religious events have occurred before, emphasizing the importance of safety protocols.

The Hathras stampede serves as a grim reminder of the consequences of overcrowding and inadequate event planning. As investigations continue, we mourn the lives lost and hope for improved safety measures in the future.

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