The stampede occurred during a 10-day annual festival at Lord Venkateswara Swamy temple in Tirupati, Andhra Pradesh, attracting thousands of devotees across India.
The tragedy was triggered when a gate was opened for a woman feeling unwell, causing chaos among the crowd, resulting in multiple deaths and injuries.
State chief minister N Chandrababu Naidu expressed profound grief over the loss of life in the stampede, while investigating the circumstances surrounding the tragedy.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi extended condolences, highlighting the emotional impact of the incident and sending thoughts to the affected families.
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