'Tirupati stampede could have been avoided had administration followed Covid-era token system'

A tragic stampede during Vaikunthadwara Sarvadarshan token distribution in Tirupati resulted in six deaths and over 30 injuries. Lack of crowd management and inadequate police presence were highlighted as causes. The event, significant for devotees, emphasizes the need for better planning to ensure safety amidst large gatherings. Tirumala temple management issued guidelines to avoid similar incidents.

'Tirupati stampede could have been avoided had administration followed Covid-era token system'
A tragic stampede during Vaikunthadwara Sarvadarshan token distribution in Tirupati resulted in six deaths and over 30 injuries. Lack of crowd management and inadequate police presence were highlighted as causes. The event, significant for devotees, emphasizes the need for better planning to ensure safety amidst large gatherings. Tirumala temple management issued guidelines to avoid similar incidents.