Delhi: 1 Dead, 17 Injured After Platform Collapses During Event at Kalkaji Mandir

One woman died, and 17 others were injured after a stage inside Kalkaji Mandir in Delhi collapsed during a ritual ceremony on Saturday midnight. Police said the woman was rushed to the hospital by two people in an auto, but she was pronounced dead upon arrival. Efforts are underway to identify the woman.

The injured people were admitted to AIIMS Trauma Centre, Safdarjung Hospital and MAX hospital. The condition of them, including some who received fractures, are stable now.

The incident happened at midnight on Saturday during 'Jagarana' or 'Jagrata' - a Hindu ritual comprising all-night vigils, songs, dances and worship for the veneration of the deity - at the temple. Several people climbed on the stage after they got excited when famous Indian singer and music producer B Praak was performing at the event. The stage failed to bear the overwhelming weight and collapsed as a result.