š„ Chaos at Goa's Lairai Zatra! 6 Dead, 60 Injured in Stampede š±š
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TL;DR:Ā A tragic stampede at the Shri Lairai Zatra festival in Shirgao, Goa, has left six people dead and over 60 injured. The incident occurred during a fire-walking ritual when a sudden surge in the crowd led to chaos. Authorities are investigating the cause, and emergency services are providing medical assistance to the injured.
šÆļø A Night of Devotion Turns Deadly
In the early hours of Saturday, May 3, 2025, the annual Shri Lairai Zatra festival in Shirgao village, Goa, turned tragic.Ā Thousands of devotees had gathered for the fire-walking ritual, a significant event in the festival.Ā Around 3 AM, a sudden surge in the crowd led to a stampede, resulting in six deaths and over 60 injuries.Ā
š Immediate Response and Medical Aid
Emergency services responded promptly, with ambulances dispatched to the scene.Ā The injured were taken to Bicholim Health Centre, North Goa District Hospital in Mapusa, and Goa Medical College and Hospital in Bambolim.Ā Among the injured, eight are in critical condition, with two requiring intubation.Ā
Authorities are investigating the cause of the stampede.Ā Eyewitnesses reported that the incident occurred during the fire-walking ritual when a sudden rush in the crowd led to chaos.Ā The exact trigger for the surge is yet to be determined.Ā
š£ļø Leaders Express Condolences
Goa Chief Minister Pramod Sawant visited the injured and assured all possible support to the affected families.Ā Prime Minister Narendra Modi also expressed grief over the incident and offered assistance.Ā
š§ MediaFx Opinion
This tragic incident highlights the need for better crowd management and safety measures during large public gatherings.Ā The working class, who often participate in such festivals, deserve safe environments to practice their traditions.Ā It's imperative that authorities learn from this tragedy and implement stricter safety protocols to prevent future occurrences.
