Tragedy struck at the Mansa Devi temple in Haridwar, where a stampede claimed the lives of at least six people. The incident occurred amidst a large gathering of devotees. District Magistrate Mayur Dixit confirmed the fatalities, while Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami expressed his condolences and assured full support.
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