Rahul Gandhi, a prominent Congress leader, reacted to the tragic stampede at Saradhabali near Shree Gundicha Temple, where three people died and numerous others were hurt. He called the event ‘extremely tragic’ and urged the Odisha government to swiftly implement relief measures. Gandhi pointed out that the incident highlights the urgent need to re-evaluate safety and crowd management plans for large gatherings. He affirmed that protecting lives is of utmost importance, and any failures in this regard are unacceptable. He sent his condolences to the families who lost loved ones and offered wishes for a quick recovery for those injured. Gandhi also asked Congress workers to help provide support at the scene.
