At least six people died and 55 were injured during a riot in an Indian temple in the state of Goa, on the west coast of the country, where hundreds of Devotes Hindus gathered on Friday night (2), police officials.
The riot occurred during the annual Shri Lairai Zatra festival in the village of Shirgao, famous for his events, including the walk on embers.
“The devotees were watching a religious ceremony and the frenzy caused during the rituals triggered a riot,” said Vs Chadonkar, a policeman in the state of Goa.
“Six people lost their lives and at least eight were seriously injured,” Chadonkar said.
Tumultures during large events are often reported in India, with large crowds gathering in tight spaces, often ignoring safety protocols.
This content was originally published in festival tumult leaves dead and dozens of injured in India on CNN Brazil.
Source: CNN Brasil
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