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Bee Swarm Strikes Navratri Procession in Dewas, 15 Injured
✍️ Amar Ujala · Madhya Pradesh
🗓 20 Oct 2026, 01:45 PM
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A sudden swarm of bees hit a Navratri procession in Dewas, Madhya Pradesh, injuring around 15 people who were rushed to hospitals.
During the Navratri "jaware" immersion procession in Dewas, band music began as the crowd moved through the streets. Suddenly, a large number of bees descended on the gathering, creating chaos and panic among the participants.
The swarm stung many attendees, leading to immediate medical emergencies. Local witnesses reported that the incident left roughly ten to fifteen people with bee‑sting injuries.
Emergency services responded quickly, transporting the injured to the district hospital and nearby private medical facilities for treatment. Authorities have begun an inquiry to determine the cause of the unexpected bee invasion.
Police and municipal officials are advising the public to avoid the area while the investigation continues and to seek medical attention if stung.
The incident underscores the need for better crowd‑management and safety measures during large religious processions.
The swarm stung many attendees, leading to immediate medical emergencies. Local witnesses reported that the incident left roughly ten to fifteen people with bee‑sting injuries.
Emergency services responded quickly, transporting the injured to the district hospital and nearby private medical facilities for treatment. Authorities have begun an inquiry to determine the cause of the unexpected bee invasion.
Police and municipal officials are advising the public to avoid the area while the investigation continues and to seek medical attention if stung.
The incident underscores the need for better crowd‑management and safety measures during large religious processions.