At Least 10 Dead in Stampede at Venkateswara Swamy Temple in Srikakulam, Andhra Pradesh

Srikakulam (Andhra Pradesh): A tragic stampede at the newly built Venkateswara Swamy Temple in Kasibugga, Srikakulam district, claimed the lives of at least ten devotees on Saturday morning. Among the deceased are nine women and one child. Several others were injured, with some in critical condition, and the death toll may rise.

According to officials, thousands of devotees had gathered at the temple for darshan on the occasion of the first Ekadashi in the holy month of Karthika Masam. The temple, constructed just four months ago by a private trust, witnessed massive crowds when the railing collapsed, triggering a deadly rush.

Police and emergency teams quickly reached the scene, shifting the injured to nearby hospitals and bringing the situation under control.

Leaders Express Deep Grief Over Srikakulam Temple Stampede

Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu expressed profound grief over the loss of lives.

“The stampede incident at the Venkateswara Temple in Kasibugga has caused a shock. I express my deepest condolences to the families of the deceased. I have instructed officials to ensure speedy treatment for the injured and oversee relief operations,” he stated on X (formerly Twitter).

Prime Minister Narendra Modi also shared his condolences, announcing financial aid for victims’ families.

“Pained by the stampede in Venkateswara Swamy Temple in Srikakulam, Andhra Pradesh. My thoughts are with those who have lost their loved ones. I pray for the speedy recovery of the injured,” the PMO said. An ex-gratia of ₹2 lakh each from the PMNRF will be provided to the next of kin of the deceased.

Pained by the stampede in Venkateswara Swamy Temple in Srikakulam, Andhra Pradesh. My thoughts are with those who have lost their near and dear ones. I pray that the injured recover soon.

An ex-gratia of Rs. 2 lakh each from PMNRF would be given to the next of kin of those who…

— PMO India (@PMOIndia) November 1, 2025

President Droupadi Murmu, Union Home Minister Amit Shah, Odisha Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik, and Union Minister Jyotiraditya Scindia also conveyed their condolences and prayers for the speedy recovery of those injured.

Shocked to learn about the loss of lives in a tragic incident at Sri Venkateswara Swamy Temple in Srikakulam, Andhra Pradesh. I extend my deepest condolences to the bereaved families and pray for quick recovery of those injured.

— President of India (@rashtrapatibhvn) November 1, 2025

Deeply saddened by the tragic loss of lives in the stampede at the Kashibugga Venkateswara Swamy Temple in Srikakulam, Andhra Pradesh. My condolences to the families of the devotees who lost their lives. Praying that the injured may recover at the earliest.

— Amit Shah (@AmitShah) November 1, 2025

Deeply saddened to learn about the loss of so many lives in the stampede at the Venkateswara Swamy Temple in #AndhraPradesh. My thoughts and prayers are with the bereaved families in this hour of grief and pray for the speedy recovery of those who are hospitalised.

— Naveen Patnaik (@Naveen_Odisha) November 1, 2025

Deeply pained by the tragic stampede at Venkateswara Temple in Kashibugga, Srikakulam. My heartfelt condolences to the families of the devotees who lost their lives in this heartbreaking incident.

Praying for the swift recovery of those injured.

— Jyotiraditya M. Scindia (@JM_Scindia) November 1, 2025

Investigation Ordered into the Tragedy

Authorities have ordered an inquiry into the incident to determine whether safety protocols were followed during the large gathering. Police said crowd management lapses are being reviewed.

The tragic event has cast a shadow over the festive season, with devotees and residents of the region mourning the sudden loss of lives in what should have been a sacred occasion.

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