Over 100 Injured After Stadium Stand Collapses During Kabaddi Championship In Telangana

PTI

Over 100 people suffered injuries in a horrific accident in Telangana's Suryapet when suddenly a temporary stand collapsed. People fell in a wave-like motion when the mishap took place. (Pic Courtesy: PTI)

Around 1500 people had gathered for the inaugural ceremony of the 47th National Junior Kabaddi tournament. (Pic Courtesy: PTI)

The injured were admitted to a nearby local hospital. Condition of two people is said to be critical, they were sent to Hyderabad for specialised treatment. (Pic Courtesy: PTI)

Three stands were built in Suryapet ground that has a seating capacity of about 5000 people in each stand. The ground has a seating capacity of about 15,000 spectators. (Pic Courtesy: PTI)

Kabaddi players from 29 states of the country have come to participate in the tournament. (Pic Courtesy: PTI)