‘Pahandi’ procession, packed Grand Road and surging crowds: What led to the stampede scare at Puri Rath Yatra - The Economic Times
During the Puri Rath Yatra festival, an unfortunate incident resulted in the death of one devotee, while more than 100 others were rescued from a sudden crowd surge on the Grand Road. The situation escalated due to severe congestion, prompting a swift emergency response from rescuers. This incident raises important questions about crowd safety management at one of the most attended religious events in the region.