The death toll in the religious ceremony stampede in India has reached 121.

The number of deaths in the religious ceremony in the historic city of Hathras in the Uttar Pradesh state of India is increasing. Local press reported that the death toll has reached 121.

MAJORITY OF THE DECEASED ARE WOMEN

Police chief Rajesh Kumar Singh said that the incident occurred at a 'satsang' in the village of Pulrai, and the majority of the deceased are women. Satsang ceremonies in Hindu belief are held for spiritual education and enlightenment, where many people come together.

CONDOLENCES MESSAGE FROM THE STATE PRESIDENT

Uttar Pradesh State President Yogi Adityanath expressed condolences to the families of those who died in the stampede and said, "The loss of life in the unfortunate accident in Hathras district is extremely sad and heartbreaking."

STAMPEDES IN INDIA

Stampedes frequently occur during Hindu rituals in India. In 2005, more than 340 people lost their lives in a stampede at the Mandhardevi temple in Maharashtra. In 2008, a stampede at the Chamunda Devi temple in Rajasthan resulted in the death of at least 250 people.