Source India Today
A tragic accident occurred at a temple in Chhattisgarh during the ongoing Navratri celebrations, where a ropeway system collapsed under heavy crowd pressure. The incident resulted in the death of one व्यक्ति and left at least 17 others injured, some of them seriously.
According to officials, the हादसा took place when a large number of श्रद्धालु had gathered at the temple to offer prayers during the festive period. The ropeway, which is commonly used to transport visitors to the hilltop shrine, reportedly malfunctioned and collapsed, causing panic among those on board and nearby.
Emergency services and local प्रशासन rushed to the scene soon after the incident. Rescue operations were carried out swiftly, and the injured were transported to nearby hospitals for treatment. Authorities have confirmed that a जांच has been ordered to determine the exact cause of the collapse.
Eyewitnesses described scenes of chaos and भय as the ropeway cabins suddenly gave way. Many devotees were seen crying for help while others attempted to assist in rescue efforts before emergency teams arrived.
The state government has expressed deep sorrow over the incident and announced compensation for the victim’s family. Officials have also assured strict action against those found responsible if negligence is proven.
This unfortunate घटना has raised serious concerns about safety arrangements at crowded religious sites, especially during peak festival seasons like Navratri.
