At least 50 pilgrims lost their lives in a stampede during a religious gathering in Hathras district, Uttar Pradesh, India. The incident occurred on Tuesday at a satsang program.
Local official Ashish Kumar confirmed initial reports suggesting a death toll between 50 and 60. Women and children are believed to be the worst affected, with many still unaccounted for.
Hundreds of people sustained injuries and are receiving treatment at hospitals, according to BBC reports. The cause of the stampede remains unclear, although BBC sources indicate thousands had gathered to listen to a religious speaker.
Authorities are investigating the incident.
