Andhra Pradesh: 12-year-old boy among 9 dead in temple stampede

India Nov 01, 2025

A stampede at Kasibugga temple in Andhra Pradesh's Srikakulam district on Saturday claimed nine lives, among them a 12-year-old boy.
The chaos started when an iron grill at the entrance suddenly collapsed, causing panic in the crowd.

Temple owner didn't get proper permissions, say police

Police say the temple owner didn't get proper permissions or arrange police security for the event, which may have made things worse.
This is Andhra Pradesh's third major stampede this year—22 people have died in such incidents so far.
National leaders, including President Murmu and PM Modi, have shared their condolences with affected families.