Tragic Collapse: Six dead and over 50 injured as a bamboo platform collapsed during a Jain religious event in Baghpat, UP.
Laddoo Mahotsav: The incident occurred during the annual 'Laddoo Mahotsav', a 30-year-old tradition honoring Jain deity Adinatha.
Platform Failure: The bamboo structure, erected for devotees, gave way under the weight of the crowd.
Emergency Response: Police and ambulances rushed to the scene, providing immediate aid and transporting the injured to hospitals.
Injuries Treated: Minor injuries were treated on-site, while serious cases were hospitalized for further care.
Eyewitness Account: Rakesh Jain described the collapse as priests climbed the platform to offer laddoos.
CM Yogi’s Reaction: UP Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath expressed grief, ordered relief efforts, and prayed for the injured.
Decades-Old Event: The Laddoo Mahotsav has been a significant religious gathering for the Jain community for 30 years.
Safety Concerns: The incident raises questions about safety measures at large-scale religious events
Community Mourning: The tragedy has left the Jain community and locals in shock, calling for stricter safety protocols.