A fun evening at the Bali Jatra in Cuttack turned tense when two people fell unconscious during Shreya Ghoshal’s live performance. The concert, which was supposed to be the grand finale of the festival, saw a huge crowd, and people pushing forward near the stage caused panic and chaos. The crowd was so large that people near the barricades were pressed from all sides. Witnesses said that the push became so strong that some attendees started feeling suffocated and exhausted. Unfortunately, two people fainted due to the pressure from the crowd. Event staff and on-site medical teams acted quickly to give them first aid and take them to a nearby hospital for further care.
What happened during the concert?
As night fell, thousands of fans gathered near the main stage to see Shreya Ghoshal perform. The excitement made people move closer to the stage, and the crowd near the barricades became tightly packed. Security personnel tried to control the situation, but the large number of fans made it difficult. At one point, some people tried to break through the barricades to get a better view. The crowd push led to panic, and several people fell or struggled to breathe. Quick action from medical teams and police helped prevent a more serious incident. While everyone was shaken by what happened, thankfully, no one lost their life.
Chaos erupted on the final evening of Cuttack Bali Jatra as the crowd surged toward the barricade during singer Shreya Ghoshal’s program. Two people fell unconscious and were taken to the hospital. Additional CP was deployed to control the situation. #Balijatra #Cuttack pic.twitter.com/PH2sgcutZm
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More about the unfortunate incident
After the two people were taken to the hospital, the police and organizers asked the crowd to stay calm and not push forward. They suggested that attendees use the areas further from the stage or watch the performance on big screens set up around the venue. Organizers also said they would review the safety arrangements for future events to make sure such incidents do not happen again. Despite the scare, Shreya Ghoshal continued her performance, and most fans were able to enjoy the rest of the concert safely. However, many people admitted they were shaken after seeing the crowd surge and witnessing someone faint.
Story Highlights
- Two people fell unconscious due to crowd pressure during Shreya Ghoshal’s concert at Bali Jatra in Cuttack.
- Thousands of fans pressed near the barricades to get closer to the stage, creating panic and chaos.
- Medical teams and police acted quickly to help the affected attendees and restore order.
- Organizers urged fans to use safe viewing areas and promised to improve crowd management for future events.
What should have been an enjoyable evening at the festival became a reminder of the importance of safety at big events. While fans were excited to see their favorite singer, organizers learned that controlling large crowds is crucial.
