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Introduction A day of intense devotion turned into a scene of utter grief and chaos in Bihar on the morning of Tuesday, March 31, 2026. A massive stampede broke out at the revered Sheetla Mata Mandir (also known as Shitala Mata Mandir) located in Maghra village, under the Deepnagar police station limits in the Nalanda district. The incident resulted in the loss of multiple lives and left dozens injured. Casualties and Medical Response Fatalities Reported According to preliminary reports by senior police officials, at least 8 people —all confirmed to be women—lost their lives in the tragic crush. Eyewitnesses and local sources indicate that the death toll could potentially rise as some of the victims remain in critical condition. Injuries and Hospitalization Over a dozen devotees sustained serious injuries due to falls, severe crushing, and asphyxiation during the panic. Rescue teams and locals rushed the injured to nearby medical facilities, with many being treated at the Model Hospit...

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