In a tragic turn of events, a platform constructed of wood and iron frame collapsed during a Mata Jagran at Delhi’s renowned Kalkaji Mandir, resulting in the death of one person and injuries to 17 others. The incident occurred around midnight on Saturday, as reported by news agency ANI quoting the Delhi Police.
#WATCH | Delhi | 17 people injured and one died when a platform, made of wood and iron frame, at a Mata Jagran at Mahant Parisar, Kalkaji Mandir collapsed at midnight on 27-28 January. Case registered against the organisers.
(Video: Viral visuals confirmed by Police) https://t.co/r6bE9dh3ds pic.twitter.com/xJgJ0wSdqB
— ANI (@ANI) January 28, 2024
According to authorities, no permission had been granted for the event, although adequate staff had been deployed to ensure law and order. The gathering comprised approximately 1500-1600 individuals. A crime team promptly investigated the site, and it was determined that the condition of the remaining injured individuals is stable, with some having sustained fractures.
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In response to the incident, a case under sections 337/304A/188 IPC is being registered against the organizers as the investigation unfolds.
