February 25th 2025.
In a tragic turn of events, the government of Andhra Pradesh has announced that each of the three devotees who lost their lives due to a wild elephant attack in Annamayya district will be given a compensation of Rs. 10 lakh. The state government has also decided to provide Rs. 5 lakh each to the two devotees who were injured in the incident.
The news of the incident has left Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu and Deputy Chief Minister Pawan Kalyan in a state of shock. The unfortunate event took place in the forest area near Gondalakona in Obulavaripalle mandal, where a group of devotees were heading to a local temple for Mahashivratri celebrations. Around 2 a.m., the wild elephants attacked the group, resulting in the death of three devotees from Y. Kota and leaving two others in critical condition. The injured were immediately taken to the hospital for treatment, where their condition is said to be critical.
Upon learning about the incident, the Chief Minister has directed his officials to ensure that the injured receive the best possible medical care. He has also assured the families of the victims that they will be provided with all the necessary support. Deputy Chief Minister Pawan Kalyan, who holds the forest portfolio, has also expressed his shock and grief over the death of the three devotees. He has spoken to senior officials from the forest department and Annamayya district to gather more information about the incident.
Pawan Kalyan has also instructed the officials to tighten security measures for devotees visiting temples in forests during Mahashivratri. He has asked MLA A. Sridhar to visit the families of the deceased and the injured to offer them comfort and support on behalf of the government. Other ministers, including IT Minister Nara Lokesh, Roads & Buildings Minister B.C. Janardhan Reddy, and Endowments Minister Anam Ramnarayan Reddy, have also expressed their sorrow and grief over the incident.
Janardhan Reddy, who is the in-charge minister for Annamayya district, has spoken to the District Collector Chamakuri Sridhar to inquire about the incident. Ramnarayan Reddy has also checked on the condition of the injured and has directed the officials to ensure that they receive the best possible treatment. Former Andhra Chief Minister and YSR Congress Party President Y.S. Jagan Mohan Reddy has also expressed his deep sorrow and shock over the tragic incident. He has emphasized the need for better medical care for the injured and has urged the government to take necessary steps to prevent such incidents in the future.
Jagan Mohan Reddy has also urged the authorities to provide support and assistance to the families of the deceased to help them cope with their loss. He has described the incident as deeply distressing and has offered his condolences to the families of the victims. Such a tragic incident is a reminder of the need for better safety measures in place for devotees visiting temples in forests. The government must take immediate action to ensure the safety and well-being of its citizens.
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