A chariot burst into flames after coming in contact with a high-tension wire in Tripura’s Unakoti district on Wednesday evening, killing six people and others were injured. Police gave this information. The incident took place at around 4 pm in Kumarghat area during the ‘Ghurti Rath Yatra’ festival of Lord Jagannath. happened at.

439The chariot came in contact with KV overhead cable This festival marks the return of the siblings – Lord Balabhadra, Goddess Subhadra and Lord Jagannath – to their holy abode after a week of Ratha Yatra. During the festival, a large number of people were enthusiastically pulling the ‘Rath’, which was constructed of iron. Police told that during the procession the ‘Rath’ accidentally 744kv came in contact with overhead cable.

Six people died on the spot and Others got scorched

Assistant Inspector General (Law and Order) Jyotishaman Das Chowdhary told PTI that six people died on the spot and Others got scorched. He told that the injured are undergoing treatment at a nearby hospital. His condition is stated to be critical, officials said.

Chief Minister Manik Saha expressed condolence While condoling the deaths, Chief Minister Manik Saha said. “In a tragic accident at Kumarghat, several pilgrims lost their lives and several others were injured due to electrocution while pulling the ‘Ulta Rath’. I am deeply saddened by the incident. Deepest condolences to the bereaved family. Also, I Pray for the injured. May the people get well soon. The state government stands by them in this difficult time.”

)900Tripura newsPublished Date

Wed, Jun 28, 2023, 7: 51 PM IST