A tragic stampede at the Mansa Devi Temple in Haridwar, Uttarakhand, on Sunday, July 27, 2025, has resulted in the deaths of at least six people and left several others injured. The incident occurred as a massive crowd of devotees thronged the temple during the holy month of Shravan.

The Garhwal Division Commissioner, Vinay Shankar Pandey, has confirmed the fatalities and stated that he is en route to the site to assess the situation and gather a detailed report. Rescue operations were swiftly initiated, with medical teams and ambulances arriving promptly to provide immediate treatment to the injured and transport them to nearby hospitals. Authorities are currently investigating the circumstances surrounding the incident.

Eyewitnesses reported scenes of chaos as the immense crowd led to pushing and shoving while people waited in queues. This panic and sudden surge of people triggered the stampede. The incident has once again highlighted the critical issue of crowd management at religious gatherings, particularly during peak pilgrimage seasons.

The Mansa Devi Temple, a revered shrine in Haridwar, attracts a massive influx of pilgrims every year, especially during the month of Shravan. Haridwar, known for its religious significance and the sacred Har Ki Pauri ghat, draws countless devotees seeking spiritual solace and blessings.

This tragic event adds to a growing list of stampedes that have occurred across India in 2025, claiming the lives of over 50 people at religious sites, railway stations, and public events. Earlier this year, on January 8, a stampede at the Lord Venkateswara Swamy temple in the Tirumala Hills resulted in multiple fatalities and injuries as worshippers rushed to obtain tickets. Another major tragedy occurred on January 29 at the Sangam area during the Maha Kumbh, where dozens lost their lives and many more were injured during a holy dip. In February, a stampede at New Delhi Railway Station led to further casualties.

The incident at the Mansa Devi Temple underscores the urgent need for improved crowd control measures, enhanced safety protocols, and efficient emergency response systems at places of mass gatherings to prevent such tragedies in the future.