Several feared dead at Venkateswara Swamy Temple stampede in Andhra Pradesh’s Srikakulam

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CM Naidu expressed condolences and also said that he directed officials to ensure better treatment for the injured persons​

Multiple casualties are feared at a temple stampede here in Srikakulam district in Andhra Pradesh on Saturday (November 1, 2025).

Reacting to the incident, Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu, in a post on X, said, “The stampede at Kasibugga Venkateswara temple in Srikakulam district anguished me. It is very sad that devotees have died in this unfortunate incident. I convey my deepest sympathies to the families of the victims.”

He also said that he directed officials to ensure better treatment for the injured persons and added that he instructed the authorities and local leaders to monitor the relief work at the stampede site.

The exact number of deaths and injuries is yet to be confirmed by authorities.

Andhra Pradesh stampede: Several feared dead at Venkateswara Swamy Temple in Srikakulam

Tragic stampede at Venkateswara Swamy temple in Andhra Pradesh leaves multiple casualties; CM Naidu calls for enhanced treatment for the injured.

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These stampedes are happening too oftern in India. After RCB win in Bangalore, in Chennai during a rally of Vijay, Delhi rail station stampede and now this.

Police and authorities are responsible for it.