Thanjavur Temple: 11 Dead Due To Electrocution, Probe On
A probe is underway after eleven people died due to electrocution at the Appar Swami temple in Thanjavur, Tamil Nadu, during a procession. Commenting on the tragic incident, the Inspector General of Police (Tiruchi Range), V Balakrishnan, noted that an investigation has already been initiated, following the registration of an FIR. Besides, Chief Minister MK Stalin has announced ex-gratia of Rs 5 lakhs, for the victims' families.