1994 Gowari stampede

The 1994 Gowari stampede was a tragic disaster that occurred on December 4, 1994, during a religious gathering in the city of Nagpur, Maharashtra, India. The incident took place at the Gowari festival, which attracted thousands of devotees celebrating the annual event. As a large crowd attempted to access a limited area, panic ensued, leading to a stampede that resulted in significant casualties. Official reports indicated that over 100 people lost their lives, while many others sustained injuries. The disaster highlighted issues related to crowd management and safety measures at religious events in India, prompting discussions on the need for better planning and infrastructure to prevent similar tragedies in the future.