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Stampede at Goa temple: 6 killed, 15 injured at Lairai Devi in Shirgao

IndiaTimes Saturday, 3 May 2025 ()
A tragic stampede at the Lairai Devi temple in Goa during the Shree Devi Lairai jatra has resulted in the death of at least six people and injuries to over fifteen others. Authorities have initiated an emergency response, with the injured being shifted to nearby hospitals. The cause of the stampede is currently unknown, and investigations are underway as the chief minister assesses the situation.
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