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Temple chariot procession kills 11 as it hits live wire in Tamil Nadu's Thanjavur - In pics

Chennai: A chariot belonging to the Appar Mutt Temple was struck by an overhead power line early morning on Wednesday in Thanjavur, Tamil Nadu, electrocuting 11 people and injuring 15. MK Stalin, the Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu, also expressed sadness after the incident and announced a compensation of Rs 5 lakh for the families of the deceased, stated in ANI's report.

In an expression of condolence for the loss of life, Narendra Modi also announced a compensation of Rs 2 lakh each for those who lost their lives and Rs 50,000 for those who were injured in the Thanjavur mishap.

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Updated:Apr 27, 2022, 07:05 PM IST

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Temple chariot came in contact with a high voltage overhead line

Kalimedu village in Tamil Nadu was the scene of an incident after a temple car came in contact with a high voltage overhead line during the annual chariot procession of Appar Swami Temple.

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Total eleven people died

In the incident, a total of 11 people died, three on spot and eight in the hospital during treatment. In addition, 15 others are undergoing treatment at the hospital.

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IGP of Tiruchirappalli meets with victims

IGP of Central Zone Tiruchirappalli, V Balakrishnan and Thanjavur SP Ravali Priya visited the Thanjavur Medical College and Hospital where the injured patients have been admitted, according to ANI's report.

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Compensation packages have been announced for the victims

In an expression of condolence for the loss of life, India's PM Narendra Modi and Tamil Nadu CM MK Stalin also announced a compensation of Rs 2 lakh and Rs 5 lakh respectively for those who lost their lives.

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The Chief Minister also expressed grief over the incident

As a mark of respect to the departed persons, Stalin moved a resolution conveying the House's condolences and sympathies to the bereaved families and it was unanimously passed.

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The incident is being investigated

An FIR has also been registered by the police and an investigation has started in connection with deaths due to electrocution during the chariot procession in Tamil Nadu, according to ANI's report.

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Treatment for injuries

All the injured people are been treated at Thanjavur Government Medical College and Hospital, in Thanjavur, Tamil Nadu.