Panaji: The Goa government on Saturday announced that all government-supported functions for the next three days stand cancelled due to the tragic temple stampede incident reported in North Goa.
The circular was issued by Shreyas D’Silva, Under Secretary of the General Administration Department.
It stated, “In view of the tragic stampede incident that occurred during the Shree Devi Lairai Zatra at Shirgao, and as an expression of condolences to the departed and their families, the Government of Goa hereby directs that all government-supported festive programmes and public celebrations scheduled over the next three days be cancelled or postponed.”
“All Heads of Departments, Government Corporations, and Autonomous Bodies are hereby instructed to ensure strict compliance with this directive,” the circular added.
