Mismanagement led to Puri Rath Yatra deaths, says oppn; BJP dismisses claim

Mismanagement led to Puri Rath Yatra deaths, says oppn; BJP dismisses claim

Opposition BJD, Congress blame mismanagement for two deaths in Puri Rath Yatra crowd surge and ritual delays; BJP denies stampede and says event was smooth.

OHRC Seeks Stronger Security for Devotees During Bahuda Yatra in Puri

Expressing concern over the stampede‑like incident during the Puri Rath Yatra that left two devotees dead and nearly 100 injured, the Odisha Human Rights Commission (OHRC) has directed the state government to ensure foolproof crowd management and safety arrangements during the upcoming Bahuda Yatra. The directive was issued in response to a petition filed by […] The post OHRC Seeks Stronger Security for Devotees During Bahuda Yatra in Puri appea…

Two Dead At Puri Rath Yatra: OHRC Demands Detailed Report From Odisha Govt

Bhubaneswar: The Odisha Human Rights Commission (OHRC) has taken serious note of the casualties reported during July 16 Rath Yatra in Puri and has sought a detailed explanation from state government officials. The Commission has issued a show-cause notice to the Principal Secretary of the Home Department and the Puri Collector, directing them to submit a report regarding the incidents that led to the deaths. Furthermore, the OHRC has instructed …

Oppn targets Odisha govt over Rath Yatra ‘mismanagement’; BJP rejects allegations

Bhubaneswar: A political slugfest broke out on Friday as the ruling Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) and the opposition -- Biju Janata Dal (BJD) and Congress -- traded charges over the alleged mismanagement during the Rath Yatra in Odisha's Puri city on Thursday. On Friday, the main opposition BJD once again targeted the state government, alleging serious lapses in the conduct of the world-famous Rath Yatra in Puri. Senior BJD leader Pramila Mallik …