July 7th 2024.
In a recent development, the Leader of Opposition in Lok Sabha, Rahul Gandhi, has penned a letter to Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister, Yogi Adityanath, addressing the unfortunate Hathras stampede incident. Through this letter, Mr. Gandhi has conveyed the struggles and difficulties faced by the victims' families, urging the Chief Minister to expedite the compensation process and provide adequate support to the affected families.
The letter, dated July 6, was shared by the Congress leader on the social media platform X on Sunday. In the letter, Mr. Gandhi talks about his visit to Aligarh and Hathras on Friday, where he met with the bereaved families and expressed his condolences. He writes that no amount of compensation can truly compensate for the loss suffered by these families. He also emphasizes the need for an impartial investigation into the incident in order to identify any negligence on the part of the district administration, which ultimately led to the tragic loss of 121 lives.
Mr. Gandhi further states that a thorough investigation will help prevent such incidents from occurring in the future and ensure that those responsible are held accountable for their actions. He also offers his and his party's support in any way possible to the affected families. During his visit, Mr. Gandhi had interacted with the victims' families and assured them that their grievances would be addressed at the appropriate platform.
The stampede occurred during a Satsang event of a self-proclaimed godman, Suraj Pal, also known as Narayan Sakar Hari and 'Bhole Baba'. An FIR was lodged against the organizers of the event, and the main accused, event manager Dev Prakash Madhukar, was arrested on Friday night. The police also arrested six individuals, known as 'sewadars', who were supporters of the preachers and were managing the event.
The Uttar Pradesh Police, in a search operation at Ram Kutir Charitable Trust in Mainpuri, did not find the self-proclaimed godman. Deputy Superintendent of Police, Mainpuri, Sunil Kumar clarified that 'Bhole Baba' was not found on the premises. Superintendent of Hathras City, Rahul Mithas, also confirmed that the preacher was not present in his ashram during the search.
On Wednesday, Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath visited the site of the tragedy and announced a judicial probe into the incident. A three-member Judicial Inquiry Commission, headed by Justice Brijesh Kumar Srivastava, has been formed to ensure a thorough investigation and transparency in the process. The team visited Hathras on Saturday to gather evidence and statements from witnesses.
The Hathras stampede is a tragic incident that has left the entire country in shock. It is crucial for the authorities to conduct a fair and unbiased investigation to prevent such incidents from happening in the future. Mr. Gandhi's letter to the Chief Minister highlights the need for prompt action and support for the affected families, who have suffered an irreparable loss.
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