Tragedy at ‘Pushpa 2’ Premiere in Hyderabad: Woman Killed, Child Injured Amidst Crowd Chaos
Police Struggle to Control Massive Crowd During Allu Arjun’s Appearance
Hyderabad, 5th December 2024 — The much-anticipated premiere of Pushpa 2: The Rule turned tragic when a 35-year-old woman lost her life in a stampede at the Sandhya Theatre. The incident also left her nine-year-old child critically injured. The chaotic situation arose as thousands of fans gathered to catch a glimpse of superstar Allu Arjun, leading to severe crowd control challenges for the police.
Details of the Incident:
According to reports from national media, the incident occurred on Wednesday evening. A large crowd had gathered at the theater, and the arrival of Allu Arjun escalated the excitement. Fans rushed to get closer to the actor, causing a stampede at the theater entrance.
Police were deployed to manage the situation, but the dense crowd led to a lockdown at the theater gates, trapping people inside. As the situation worsened, authorities resorted to lathi charges to disperse the crowd, which reportedly contributed to the panic and subsequent stampede.
Casualties and Injuries:
During the chaos, the woman and her child were trampled. Both were rushed to a nearby hospital, where the woman was pronounced dead on arrival. Her child remains under intensive care, battling critical injuries.
Eyewitness Accounts:
Witnesses described a scene of confusion and fear, with people trying to escape the police lathi charge. The unexpected surge led to many being crushed in the confined space, exacerbating the tragedy.
Authorities’ Response:
Local police officials expressed regret over the incident and promised an investigation into crowd management protocols. They urged organizers to ensure better safety measures for future events.