Rahul Gandhi on Puri Tragedy: Security and Crowd Control Must Be Reviewed

Following the stampede at Saradhabali near Shree Gundicha Temple, which claimed three lives and left several injured, Rahul Gandhi expressed his deep sorrow. He described the event as ‘extremely tragic’ and called for the Odisha government to hasten relief efforts. Gandhi stressed that this tragedy necessitates a comprehensive review of security and crowd management strategies for significant events. He emphasized the importance of prioritizing safety and stated that any failures in this area are unacceptable. He conveyed his condolences to the affected families and wished a speedy recovery to the injured individuals. Gandhi also requested Congress workers to offer assistance to those in need.