Fire breaks out at 'garbhagriha' of Ujjain Mahakal Temple, injures 13

At least 13 people have been injured after a fire broke out in the 'garbhagriha' of Ujjain’s Mahakal Temple during bhasma aarti on Monday. According to the sources, Holi celebrations were underway here when the incident occurred. The injured have been admitted to District Hospital for the medical assistance.

#WATCH | Ujjain, Madhya Pradesh | 13 people injured in a fire that broke out in the 'garbhagriha' of Mahakal Temple during bhasma aarti today. Holi celebrations were underway here when the incident occurred. The injured have been admitted to District Hospital.

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13 people, including Chief priest of Bhasma Aarti, Sanjay Guru, other priests and temple staff, were injured in the incident.
More details awaited.