Thu Jan 09 03:54:13 UTC 2025: ## BJP MP Purandeswari Apologizes for Tirupati Stampede Tragedy
**Tirupati, Andhra Pradesh:** BJP Andhra Pradesh President and MP Daggubati Purandeswari has expressed profound grief and offered an apology following the tragic stampede at Tirupati’s Tirumala temple. Six devotees lost their lives during a rush for Vaikuntha Ekadashi darshan tokens.
In a statement that has gone viral, Purandeswari stated, “Seven Hills, Lord, forgive us. We are sorry to the millions of devotees. We failed to make adequate arrangements for those seeking darshan. Forgive us, Lord.” She blamed the ruling state government for the incident, emphasizing that such a tragedy has never occurred in the history of Tirumala-Tirupati.
Purandeswari demanded a high-level inquiry into the incident and called for strict action against those responsible for the lapses in crowd management. She also appealed to authorities to provide the best possible medical care to the injured and ensure justice for the families of the victims. The incident has prompted widespread outrage and grief across the nation. Several other political leaders, including the Chief Minister and former Chief Ministers, have also reacted to the tragedy.
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