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Tirupati Stampede: Prime Minister Narendra Modi expressed deep sorrow and condolences over the tragic stampede near Vishnu Nivasam in Tirupati, Andhra Pradesh, which claimed six lives and left at least 40 others injured. He assured all possible assistance to those affected.

In a post on X (formerly Twitter), the Prime Minister’s Office wrote, "Pained by the stampede in Tirupati, Andhra Pradesh. My thoughts are with those who have lost their near and dear ones. I pray that the injured recover soon. The Andhra Pradesh Government is providing all possible assistance to those affected: PM @narendramodi."

The incident occurred on Wednesday night during the distribution of tokens for Vaikuntha Dwara Sarvadarshanam, a special 10-day darshan starting Friday. The rush led to a stampede, claiming six lives, including a woman identified as Mallika from Tamil Nadu's Salem district, and injuring dozens. Videos of the chaotic scenes have since surfaced on social media.

The injured were rushed to Sri Venkateswara Ramnarayan Ruia Government General Hospital in Tirupati for treatment.

In a post on X (formerly Twitter), Droupadi Murmu, President of India, also expressed grief. She wrote, "Distressed to know that a stampede in Tirupati led to the loss of many lives. I extend my heartfelt condolences to the bereaved families and pray for the speedy recovery of the injured."

Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu expressed grief over the incident and criticized the lack of adequate arrangements. He tweeted, "The death of several devotees in a stampede near Vishnu Nivasam in Tirupati for Vaikuntha Dwara tokens has shocked me. This tragic incident, which occurred amid a large gathering of devotees, deeply disturbed me."

The Chief Minister held a review meeting with the DGP, TTD EO, District Collector, and SP to investigate the stampede. He questioned why authorities had not prepared for the expected surge of devotees. CM Naidu also announced his plans to visit Tirupati to meet the injured and ensure proper treatment is being provided.

LoP Rahul Gandhi also reacted similarly. On X, he wrote, "The tragic stampede in Tirupati is deeply saddening. My heartfelt condolences to the bereaved families. Wishing a swift recovery to all those injured. I urge Congress leaders and workers to provide all possible assistance during this difficult time."

Former Delhi CM Arvind Kejriwal also expressed his grief. "This accident that occurred at the Tirupati temple is very sad. May God grant peace to the departed souls at His lotus feet. I pray to God that the injured devotees recover soon and return to their homes," he said in a post on X.

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EAM Dr S Jaishankar also wrote, "Saddened by the unfortunate stampede at Tirupati Temple. Heartfelt condolences to the families who lost dear ones. Pray for the speedy recovery of the injured."

The stampede highlights the urgent need for better crowd management and preparedness during large religious gatherings.