7 killed, 14 injured in stampede at Bihar temple in India

At least seven people were killed and 14 others were injured in a stampede near the Ashokdham temple in Bihar's Lakhisarai district on Monday, officials said, Report informs via ANI.

The incident occurred due to a heavy rush of devotees at Ashok Dham halt railway station, which is a short walk from the temple. The pilgrims had gathered there to offer water to Lord Shiva in the holy month of Shravan.

The incident occurred when a section of the barricades gave way under the pressure of the crowd, causing people to fall over one another, the officer said.

Rescue work was underway, and the injured were being taken to the nearest government hospital. Officials are trying to ascertain the identity of the deceased and injured, Kumar said.