Near-stampede at saree shop in Maharashtra's Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar (Representative image)
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News1806-01-2026, 12:09

Saree Shop Chaos: Near-Stampede in Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar, Injuries Reported

  • A newly opened saree showroom in Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar witnessed a near-stampede on Sunday, January 4, due to a massive customer rush.
  • The chaos was sparked by a social media promotion offering sarees worth Rs 5,000 for just Rs 599.
  • Three women fell unconscious, children were separated from mothers, and several sustained minor injuries during the incident.
  • Police intervention prevented a major tragedy, with the incident occurring between 11 A.M. and 2 P.M.
  • An FIR has been registered against two individuals for publicizing heavy discounts in an ill-equipped shop lacking basic safety arrangements.

Why It Matters: Heavy discounts at a Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar saree shop led to a near-stampede and injuries.

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