Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath Visits Hathras After Tragic Stampede
A day after a stampede in Hathras, Uttar Pradesh, claimed 121 lives, Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath visited the district to meet victims and their families. The incident occurred during a ‘Satsang’ prayer meeting at Phulrai Mugalgarhi village.
State Minister and BJP MLA Asim Arun stated, “As per the information that the police has, 121 people have died in the incident. 19 bodies are yet to be identified.” He mentioned that mismanagement by the organizers and a narrow exit path contributed to the tragedy.
Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath has ordered an investigation under the Additional Director General of Police (ADG), Agra Zone. An FIR has been registered against Devprakash Madhukar, the ‘Mukhya Sewadar’, and other organizers of the ‘Satsang’.
Minister of State for Education Sandip Kumar Singh Lodhi confirmed that 35 people sustained injuries. A forensic team and dog squad have been deployed to the site to collect evidence.
The police are also searching for the preacher, Bhole Baba, who remains untraceable. Deputy SP Sunil Kumar stated, “We did not find Baba ji inside the campus. He is not here.”
Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath vowed a thorough investigation to determine whether the incident was an accident or a conspiracy. He emphasized the government’s commitment to uncovering the truth and ensuring appropriate punishment for those responsible.
