New Delhi: President Droupadi Murmu on Saturday expressed her grief at stampede deaths in Goa and prayed for a quick recovery of the injured.
At least six persons were killed, and 30 sustained injuries after a stampede broke out during a temple festival at a village in North Goa early Saturday.
The incident occurred around 3 am at Sree Lairai Devi temple in Shirgao village, around 40 km away from Panaji, a police officer said.
“Sad to know about the unfortunate incident of a stampede in Shirgao, Goa which claimed several lives. I extend my condolences to bereaved family members and pray for quick recovery of the injured,” Murmu said in a post on X.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi has expressed sadness at the loss of lives due to a stampede in Shirgao, Goa. In his message, Mr Modi said the local administration is assisting those affected. He expressed condolences to those who lost their loved ones and hoped for the speedy recovery of the injured.
