Hathras Stampede: ‘Bhole Baba’ Arrested in 2020 for Claiming to Revive Dead

A stampede at a ‘Satsang’ led by preacher ‘Bhole Baba’ in Hathras, Uttar Pradesh, resulted in the deaths of over 120 people. The incident occurred as devotees scrambled to collect dust from the preacher’s feet while he was leaving. The organizers had obtained permission for 80,000 attendees but over 2.5 lakh people were present. Bhole Baba, known for his alleged ‘healing’ powers and claims of reviving the dead, has a history of controversy. Six people have been arrested in connection with the stampede, including sevadars, and investigations are underway.

Rahul Gandhi to Visit Stampede-Affected Hathras in Uttar Pradesh

Congress leader Rahul Gandhi is scheduled to visit Hathras, Uttar Pradesh, where a stampede at a religious congregation claimed 121 lives and injured 35. The incident occurred as devotees rushed to seek blessings from a preacher, ‘Bhole Baba’, who is currently untraceable. An FIR has been lodged against the organizers, and police are investigating the cause of the stampede.

Hathras Stampede: 121 Dead, Including 112 Women and 7 Children, After Devotees Rush Towards Self-Proclaimed Godman’s Car

A stampede at a religious gathering in Hathras, Uttar Pradesh, left 121 people dead and 31 injured. The incident occurred when devotees rushed towards the car of a self-proclaimed godman, known as ‘Bhole Baba,’ resulting in a chaotic scene. Videos show the large crowd of devotees chanting and clapping before the tragedy unfolded. The stampede occurred despite the venue being overcrowded, with an estimated 250,000 attendees exceeding the permitted capacity of 80,000.

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