Hathras stampede

September 16, 2024 6:02 PM

Hathras Stampede: SIT says organisers of ‘Satsang’ responsible for mishap

A Special Investigation Team (SIT) probing the stampede in Hathras submitted a report on Tuesday, holding the organizers of the 'Satsang' responsible for inviting more people than permitted. According to sources, the report indicates that the committee responsible for organizing the religious event, 'Satsang,' should be held accountable for the stampede incident. The committee invited more people than the permitted number and failed to make adequate arrangements, the report says. Additionally,...

Rajya Sabha condoles loss of lives in Hathras stampede

Rajya Sabha Chairman Jagdeep Dhankhar on Wednesday offered condolences for the loss of lives in the stampede in Hathras in Uttar Pradesh. The Upper House of Parliament also observed silence to mourn those who were killed in the stampede on Tuesday. Leader of the Opposition in Rajya Sabha Mallikarjun Kharge urged the government to enact legislation aimed at preventing similar incidents in the future. Addressing the members, Dhankhar said, "As you are aware several devotees lost lives in a stam...