Tragedy Strikes Simhachalam Temple: 8 Dead in Wall Collapse Incident
In a devastating incident, at least 8 people have lost their lives after a newly constructed wall collapsed at the Simhachalam Temple in Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh. The tragic accident occurred on Friday, leaving several others injured as well.
According to eyewitness accounts, the incident took place around 4:30 pm when a large crowd had gathered at the temple for rituals and prayers. Suddenly, a portion of the newly built wall gave way, burying numerous devotees under the debris.
Rescue teams were immediately dispatched to the site, and the injured were rushed to nearby hospitals for medical treatment. Authorities have confirmed that 8 people, including women and children, succumbed to their injuries at the hospital.
The Simhachalam Temple, dedicated to Lord Narasimha, is one of the most revered pilgrimage sites in Andhra Pradesh. The temple administration has expressed deep sorrow over the tragic incident and has ordered a thorough investigation to determine the cause of the wall collapse.
Local authorities have assured that all necessary measures will be taken to provide assistance to the victims’ families and to ensure the safety of the temple premises. This devastating incident has left the local community in a state of shock and grief.
