Super 6: Rajasthan: 14 dead, several injured as 'pandaal' collapses in Barmer

In a major mishap in Barmer District of Rajasthan, at least 14 people are reported dead and several others injured when a tent collapsed during a religious gathering in Balotra sub-division. The accident took place due to strong winds and heavy rains during a Ram Katha programme in Barmer district of Rajasthan on Sunday, police said.

A 'Ram Katha' was organised at a school ground near Rani Bhatiyani temple in Jasol area of the district. The pandaal was uprooted by strong winds, trapping the people sitting under it, police said, adding hundreds of devotees were attending the programme.