Court Records Testimony in 2024 Hathras Stampede Case
A local court documented testimony from a prosecution witness related to a 2024 stampede during a religious event in Hathras, killing 121 people. Inspector Dheeraj Kumar Gautam's statement was recorded, with proceedings continuing based on an extensive chargesheet. The next hearing is set for February 5.
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In a significant development, a local court meticulously documented the testimony of a prosecution witness on Thursday, concerning the tragic stampede of 2024 in Hathras district. The horrifying incident claimed the lives of 121 individuals during a religious congregation.
Additional Sessions Judge Mahendra Srivastava listened to Inspector Dheeraj Kumar Gautam, who recounted his duty at the Garh Umraopur location during the incident. The stampede ensued amid a satsang by a spiritual figure known as Bhole Baba, and mainly affected women and children.
The trial proceeds based on a chargesheet spanning approximately 3,200 pages, naming 11 accused, including a close aide of the organizer. Despite bail for the accused, justice seeks clarity on the tragic event's course, with the next hearing slated for February 5.
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