At least 10 people lost their lives in a stampede at Sri Venkteshwara Temple in Kasibugga town of Andhra Pradesh’s Srikakulam on Saturday, November 1. Several others were also reportedly injured in the stampede. Two children were reportedly among the deceased. The incident took place at around 11:30 am. Preliminary investigation revealed lapses which led to the stampede.

Several injured devotees were rushed to nearby hospitals for treatment. The death toll is expected to rise as some of the injured devotees are still in critical condition. Meanwhile, authorities have begun an inquiry into the incident.

According to reports, the temple was opened for devotees just four months ago. The Sri Venkateswara Swamy Temple in Kasibugga is a private temple, not registered under the endowments depar

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