20 Injured, Including Children, As Hot Gruel Spills During Andhra Pradesh Dussehra Event

Last Updated:October 04, 2025, 23:06 IST

Around 20 people, mostly children, were burned by hot gruel at a Durga Devi pandal in Seethampeta during Dussehra event.

The collector said there is no danger to their lives and that all patients are stable, (Representational)

Around 20 people, mostly children, were injured when a pot of hot gruel accidentally spilled during an Annadanam (community meal) organised as part of the Dussehra celebrations at a Durga Devi pandal in Seethampeta, officials said.

District Collector M.N. Harendhira Prasad said the victims suffered burn injuries on their legs and were immediately shifted to King George Hospital (KGH) in Visakhapatnam, where a team of specialist doctors led by KGH Superintendent Dr. Vani treated them in the casualty ward.

“Six of the injured sustained relatively severe burns and are undergoing treatment, while the others, who suffered minor injuries, received first aid and were discharged,” the collector said.

Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu expressed concern over the incident and spoke to the District Collector over the phone, directing that the children receive the best possible medical care.

The collector said there is no danger to their lives and that all patients are stable, with health parameters being closely monitored.

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