Andhra Pradesh temple stampede: 9 reported dead, several injured

A stampede was reported at Venkateswara Temple in Kashibugga in Srikakulam district on Saturday morning. As per reports, 9 devotees are dead and several devotees were injured. The devotees were rushed to hospital. 

The viral videos on social media showed people giving CPR to several devotees who fell unconscious on the floor.

More details are awaited.

Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister Chandrababu Naidu has expressed profound shock over the stampede incident that occurred at the Venkateswara Temple in Kashibugga in Srikakulam district.

He said, "The stampede incident at the Venkateswara Temple in Kashibugga in Srikakulam district has caused a shock. The death of devotees in this tragic incident is extremely heartbreaking. I express my deepest condolences to the families of the deceased. I have instructed the officials to provide speedy and proper treatment to those who have been injured. I have requested the local officials and public representatives to visit the site of the incident and oversee the relief measures."

Telegu Desam Party General Secretary Nara Lokesh wrote, "The stampede at the Kasibugga Venkateswara Temple has caused the deaths of several devotees, plunging us into profound shock. A deep sorrow has gripped us on this Ekadashi day. I extend my deepest condolences to the families of those who lost their lives. The government is providing better medical treatment to those injured in the stampede. As soon as the information was received, I spoke with the officials, Minister Achchennaidu from the district, and local MLA Gauthu Shirish. I have instructed that immediate assistance be provided to the affected individuals."