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Bihar Temple Stampede
✍️ The Times of India
🗓 17 Aug 2026, 12:17 PM
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A stampede occurred at a temple in Bihar due to a fallen cable and crowd surge. The incident was triggered by the arrival of two trains and a sudden rush of people.
A recent incident at a temple in Bihar has raised concerns about crowd management. The stampede was reportedly caused by a combination of factors, including a fallen cable and the arrival of two trains, which led to a surge in the crowd. As people rushed to the temple, the situation became uncontrollable, resulting in a stampede. The exact number of casualties is not known yet, but the incident highlights the need for better crowd control measures at public gatherings. The state authorities are likely to investigate the matter and take necessary steps to prevent such incidents in the future.