At least 30 killed in stampede at Hindu festival
- 10 years ago
A horrific end to a Hindu festival that celebrates the victory of good over evil.
Over 30 people were killed in a stampede, as people were leaving the event in the eastern Indian state of Bihar.
This man heard that an electric wire fell and caused the frantic crowd to push forward.
... Crushing mostly women and children.
At least 15 others sustained injuries and were rushed to a local hospital -- overcrowded with devastated friends and family.
Though it's unclear what triggered the incident, police are examining closed circuit television for clues.
Over 30 people were killed in a stampede, as people were leaving the event in the eastern Indian state of Bihar.
This man heard that an electric wire fell and caused the frantic crowd to push forward.
... Crushing mostly women and children.
At least 15 others sustained injuries and were rushed to a local hospital -- overcrowded with devastated friends and family.
Though it's unclear what triggered the incident, police are examining closed circuit television for clues.