The injured in the Mansa Devi Temple stampede incident being brought to the nearby hospital for treatment. (Screengrab)
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Atleast six people died and several were injured in a stampede at the Mansa Devi temple in Haridwar, which was thronged by a huge crowd, on Sunday (July 27, 2025).
Garhwal Division Commissioner Vinay Shankar Pandey confirmed the deaths. “I am leaving for the spot. A detailed report of the incident is awaited,” the officials said.
Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami took to X and added, “It is extremely distressing to receive news of a stampede on the route to the Mansa Devi Temple in Haridwar. SDRF, local police, and other rescue teams have reached the site and are engaged in relief and rescue operations.”
“I am in constant contact with the local administration regarding this matter, and the situation is being closely monitored. I pray to Mother Goddess for the safety and well-being of all devotees.” he added.
(With inputs from ANI)
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Published – July 27, 2025 10:29 am IST
