A dreadful incident occurred during the Holi festivities at Mahakal Temple, where an estimated 14 priests sustained injuries in a fire that broke out during the bhasma aarti ceremony. The injured priests were promptly rushed to the burn ward of the district hospital for immediate medical attention.
CM Mohan Yadav Expresses Sorrow
Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Mohan Yadav took to Twitter to express his sorrow over the unfortunate incident. He assured that the situation was under control and conveyed prayers for the swift recovery of the injured priests.
Incident Details and Eyewitness Accounts
Reports revealed that the fire erupted during the Holi celebrations at Mahakal Temple, precisely during the Bhasma Aarti ritual dedicated to Baba Mahakal. It is believed that the fire broke out when colors inadvertently fell onto the aarti plate, igniting a sudden blaze within the sanctum sanctorum.
Eyewitnesses speculated that the fire may have originated when ‘gulal’ was being scattered as part of a religious ceremony.
Immediate Response and Treatment
The injured priests were promptly taken to the district hospital for treatment, where they are currently undergoing medical care for their burn injuries. The Collector of Ujjain, Neeraj Kumar Singh, confirmed that thirteen priests suffered burns and are receiving treatment at the district hospital. Additionally, a magisterial probe has been initiated to investigate the incident further.
