President Droupadi Murmu, PM Narendra Modi offer condolences over Goa's Shirgao stampede

May 03, 2025

NEW DELHI: President Droupadi Murmu and Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday expressed grief over the tragic incident of a stampede in Shirgao, Goa, which claimed six lives.

President Murmu expressed her condolences and also prayed for the quick recovery of the injured.

In a social media post on X, Droupadi Murmu wrote, "Sad to know about the unfortunate incident of a stampede in Shirgao, Goa, which claimed several lives. I extend my condolences to bereaved family members and pray for quick recovery of the injured."

Prime Minister Narendra Modi also offered condolences to the affected families and wished for the speedy recovery of the injured.

In a post, the Prime Minister's Office (PMO) wrote, "Saddened by the loss of lives due to a stampede in Shirgao, Goa. Condolences to those who lost their loved ones. May the injured recover soon. The local administration is assisting those affected"

Congress leader Rahul Gandhi offered condolences and in a post wrote, " The news of the death of several devotees and injury of many others in a stampede during the annual pilgrimage to the Lerai Devi Temple in Shirgaon, Goa, is very sad."

"I express my deepest condolences to all the bereaved families. Also, I hope for the speedy recovery of all the injured," the post further reads.