A tragic stampede occurred during the Vaikuntha Ekadashi ticket distribution in Tirupati, resulting in six deaths and over 50 injuries. YS Jagan Mohan Reddy, the chief of the Yuvajana Shramika Rythu Congress Party (YSRCP), expressed deep concern and demanded accountability from the government and authorities.
Reddy highlighted that such an event was unprecedented in Tirumala's history, where millions gather annually without issues. He questioned the lack of proper arrangements despite the expected heavy crowd.
Reddy criticized the Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanams (TTD) and the state government for negligence and poor planning. He pointed out that the Chief Minister diverted police resources for personal programs, leaving no backup for crowd management.
Reddy demanded a thorough investigation into the lapses and appropriate action against those responsible. He emphasized the importance of maintaining the sanctity of Tirumala and the safety of devotees.
YS Jagan Mohan Reddy is the Chief Minister of Andhra Pradesh, a state in India. He is also the leader of the YSR Congress Party.
Tirupati is a city in the Indian state of Andhra Pradesh, known for its famous temple, the Tirumala Venkateswara Temple, which attracts millions of devotees.
A stampede is a sudden rush of a crowd of people, often causing injuries or even deaths due to people being pushed or trampled.
Vaikuntha Ekadashi is a special day for Hindus, dedicated to Lord Vishnu. Many people visit temples on this day to offer prayers.
Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanams (TTD) is the organization that manages the famous Tirumala Venkateswara Temple and its activities.
Accountability means being responsible for one's actions and being answerable for the outcomes, especially when things go wrong.
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