Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge slammed the Odisha government, following the stampede during the Jagannath Rath Yatra, claiming three lives on Sunday, with several injured.
Following the stampede during the Jagannath Rath Yatra, Senior Daitapati servitor (sevayat) of the Puri Jagannath Temple, Ramakrishna Das Mahapatra, on Sunday, expressed condolences for the victims and urged the administration to make good arrangements for the devotees.
This negligence is unforgivable. An immediate investigation into the security lapse will be conducted, and I have directed that necessary steps be taken to initiate exemplary action against those responsible," Majhi said.
Odisha Director General of Police (DGP) YB Khurania rushed to the Gundicha Temple to assess the situation after the stampede during the Jagannath Rath Yatra, which claimed three lives.
"While I refrain from accusing the government of criminal negligence, their blatant callousness has undeniably contributed to this tragedy. I urge the government to implement urgent corrective measures to ensure the smooth conduct of Adapa Bije, Bahuda, Suna Besha, and other key Rath Yatr
"Three people have passed away because of suffocation in the huge gathering. Six to seven people are injured. I am moving to Puri. I am monitoring the situation over the phone. We are trying our best to manage the crowd. Additional police have been deployed. The reasons for the incident a
On the third day of the Jagannath Rath Yatra , devotees from across the world gathered to witness and be a part of the Yatra on Sunday, in Puri, Odisha.
Adani Group Chairperson Gautam Adani, along with his family, offered prayers to Lord Jagannath, Lord Balabhadra, and Goddess Subhadra during the annual Jagannath Rath Yatra in Puri.
As people participate in the second day of Jagannath Rath yatra today, on June 28, Reliance Foundation has set up stalls under its 'We Care' initiative to serve meals to devotees and Police personnel. Meals will be served during the Shree Jagannath Rath Yatra in Puri.
Taking to 'X', the Biju Janata Dal chief stated that he doesn't want to "point fingers or blame" the administration for the delay in pulling the Nandighosha chariot, but it is "impossible" to "voice" deep concern and anguish on how the things unfolded during the most sacred event in Odish
Speaking on the matter, Additional Director General of Police (Traffic), Dayal Gangwar, highlighted the significance of this technology in maintaining order and safety of devotees coming from cities, including Bhubaneswar and Konark.