Today, On 19th November, The Kerala High Court criticised the poor crowd control at Sabarimala, noting that the situation went out of control due to a complete lack of proper coordination among officials. The court demanded immediate corrective measures from the administration.
Puri Rath Yatra stampede was termed “very unfortunate” by the Law Minister, who assured that strict action will follow after a senior officer investigates the tragedy. The government awaits the inquiry report before proceeding further.
Today, On 3rd February, The Supreme Court will hear a petition on February 3, asking for better safety measures for devotees at the Maha Kumbh 2025. The petition was filed after tragic stampede deaths at past gatherings and calls for quick action to avoid such incidents. Chief Justice of India, Sanjiv Khanna, will lead the hearing today. The petition stresses the importance of proper crowd control and safety measures.
Today, On 4th October, the Delhi High Court demanded reports from the Kalkaji Temple Mahant and local police after a 17-year-old’s death due to an exposed wire. Justice Singh highlighted past safety concerns and ordered accountability for crowd management, emphasizing the need for improved safety protocols at the temple, particularly during festival seasons.
Today, Suspended Punjab AIG Malvinder Singh Sidhu fatally shot his IRS son-in-law during a domestic dispute resolution meeting at Chandigarh District Court, leading to chaos. Sidhu has a history of controversies and previous arrests. The tragic event highlights the need to address domestic disputes through proper legal and counseling channels.
