At the Mansa Devi temple in Haridwar, India, a high-voltage power cable snapped and fell down an alleyway, causing panic among visitors. At least six people died and several others were injured and taken to hospital. The local authorities are investigating the incident to determine the cause of the cable collapse and to check compliance with safety protocols for crowd management. The temple attracts millions of visitors each year.
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Panică într-un templu din India din cauza unui fir electric defect. Mulțimea s-a călcat în picioare
Panică într-un templu din India din cauza unui fir electric defect. Mulțimea s-a călcat în picioare
At least 6 killed in stampede as huge crowds gather at temple in India's Haridwar
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