Haridwar, Uttarakhand – A stampede occurred at the famous Mansa Devi Temple in Haridwar on Sunday morning, leaving 6 people dead and 29 others injured. According to local authorities, the incident happened due to an overwhelming crowd at the temple premises.
Witnesses reported that as the crowd grew denser, people started holding onto wires for support while moving forward. Some wires reportedly snapped, leading to rumors of an electric shock, which caused panic and triggered the stampede. However, the police have denied the claims of electrocution, calling it a rumor.
Senior Superintendent of Police (SSP) Pramendra Singh Doval said, “We received information that 35 people were injured in the stampede at Mansa Devi Temple. All of them were immediately taken to the hospital. Unfortunately, 6 people have died, while others are undergoing treatment.”
The Mansa Devi Temple is located on the Bilwa Parvat in the Shivalik hills of Haridwar. Devotees can reach the temple either by walking a steep 1.5 km uphill path or using the ropeway service.
