Headlines Today | CM's Apology, Aid for devotees |29-06-2025
Key Points
A tragic stampede-like incident occurred near the Shree Gundicha Temple in Puri, claiming the lives of three devotees. The deceased were identified as Basanti Sahu and Premakanta Mohanty of Bolagarh, and Prabhati Das of Athantara in Balipatna block.
Puri: Three Lives Lost
A tragic stampede-like incident occurred near the Shree Gundicha Temple in Puri, claiming the lives of three devotees. The deceased were identified as Basanti Sahu and Premakanta Mohanty of Bolagarh, and Prabhati Das of Athantara in Balipatna block.
CM Majhi Apologizes
Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi termed the tragic mishap in Puri inexcusable and apologized to devotees. Taking prompt action, the government transferred Puri Collector Sidhartha Sekhar Swain and SP Vinit Agrawal and suspended DSP Vishnu Pati and Commandant Ajay Padhy. Chanchal Rana and Pinak Mishra were appointed Collector and SP, respectively.
CM Announces Rs 25L Aid
Expressing deep grief over the death of three devotees in the Puri stampede, the Chief Minister announced ex gratia of Rs 25 lakh to the family of each deceased and announced an administrative inquiry.
PM Wishes
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✨In the 123rd episode of his monthly radio show, 'Mann Ki Baat', today, Prime Minister Narendra Modi extended heartfelt wishes to devotees embarking on various religious yatras across the country. He also lauded those who, with a selfless spirit of service, contribute to the smooth and safe conduct of these spiritual journeys.
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