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Haridwar: Mansa Devi Temple Trust in Haridwar on Sunday announced an ex gratia of Rs 2 lakh will be given to the families of the deceased in tragic stempade and Rs 50,000 to each of the injured.
Earlier today six people were killed and several others injured in the incident that occurred during a heavy rush of devotees.
The Uttarakhand government has also announced the same ex gratia compensation. Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami said a magisterial inquiry has been ordered.
“The injured are being treated. Some have been referred to AIIMS Rishikesh. Our priority is that they get good treatment and recover soon. A toll-free number has also been issued. Magisterial inquiry has been ordered and ex-gratia of Rs 2 lakh each for the families of the deceased and Rs 50,000 for the injured, also announced,” Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami told reporters.
The Chief Minister visited the Haridwar District Hospital to inquire about the condition of the injured and directed doctors to ensure the best medical care. He assured that all necessary arrangements would be made immediately and promised all possible support to the affected families.
Wishing a speedy recovery to the injured, Dhami stated that the state government stands with every person affected by this tragic incident and with the bereaved families.
He assured that the government will leave no stone unturned in providing all possible assistance to the treatment of the injured and their family members.
Meanwhile, AIIMS Rishikesh Director Dr Meenu Singh said that four people are in critical condition after the stampede at Haridwar’s Mansa Devi Temple on Sunday morning.
She said that out of the 10 patients currently admitted to AIIMS Rishikesh, two were children.
“The incident took place around 9 am, and patients started coming in around 11 am. So far, 15 patients have been brought here, and 4-5 have been sent back because they sustained minor injuries. Out of the 10 patients admitted, two are children. Four are in a critical condition… Treatment of all the patients is underway,” Dr Singh told reporters.
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