14 Devotees Killed in MP Temple Accident; Naveen Patnaik Expresses Grief
Bhubaneswar: BJD president Naveen Patnaik has expressed deep sorrow over the death of 14 devotees in a tragic road accident near the Sheetla Mata Temple in Gwalior district, Madhya Pradesh.
According to reports, at least 14 people lost their lives, and 28 others sustained injuries after a speeding truck rammed into a group of devotees before crashing into the entrance gate of the temple early Sunday morning.
Police said the incident occurred near the temple premises, leaving several pilgrims seriously injured.
Reacting to the tragedy, Naveen Patnaik took to social media platform X to convey his condolences to the bereaved families and wished a speedy recovery to those injured in the accident.
In his message, Patnaik said he was deeply saddened by the loss of life in the accident and prayed for strength for the affected families during this difficult time.
He also expressed hope for the swift recovery of the injured victims.
The tragic incident has sparked grief across the country, with leaders and citizens expressing solidarity with the victims and their families.
Authorities are continuing their investigation into the circumstances surrounding the deadly crash.
