10.05.2026 14:30
A massive multi-ton temple chariot used during a religious festival in India went out of control and toppled onto a crowd. Footage showed the structure collapsing with a loud noise after coming into contact with high-voltage power lines. While casualties and injuries have been reported, it is suspected that the disaster may have been caused by a structural defect.
The disaster that occurred during a religious festival in India plunged the country into mourning. The giant temple cart used in the procession went out of control and overturned onto the crowd. It was reported that there were deaths and injuries in the incident.
HIT HIGH VOLTAGE LINES
In images spreading on social media, the multi-ton temple cart was seen losing its balance while moving. Moments later, the massive structure made contact with high voltage lines and then toppled onto the people in the area with a loud noise, captured on camera. The panicked crowd was seen trying to flee.
NUMEROUS DEATHS AND INJURIES
According to reports in the local press, many people lost their lives in the incident, and many others were injured. It was reported that the injured were taken to nearby hospitals. Authorities announced that an official statement regarding the number of dead and injured would be made in the coming hours.
ALLEGATION OF "STRUCTURAL DEFECT"
Initial investigations suggest that the giant temple cart may have lost its balance due to structural issues. Expert teams have begun an investigation at the scene, while the festival organization and security measures have also become a topic of debate. Giant temple carts used at religious festivals in India have been in the spotlight in the past due to similar accidents.