Hathras Stampede Horror : Bhole Baba's Lawyer Claims Poison Spray by Conspirators Led to 121 Deaths

Shocking Allegations: Lawyer Blames Poisonous Gas for Tragic Incident

In a dramatic development, AP Singh , the lawyer representing Saakar Hari Baba, alias Bhole Baba, has claimed that the deaths in the recent Hathras stampede were caused by poisonous gas released from cans, not the stampede itself.

Singh , addressing the media on Sunday, alleged that the incident following the satsang was a conspiracy against Baba's growing popularity. "Witnesses have contacted me and reported seeing 15-16 people carrying poisonous gas cans, which they opened in the crowd, leading to the stampede," he said. "The post-mortem reports show that the victims died due to suffocation, not from any other cause."

Conspiracy Allegations and Escape Plan

Singh further suggested that vehicles were strategically placed to help those who released the gas escape the scene. "We have evidence of this and will present it," he asserted. Singh also mentioned that the witnesses, who have requested anonymity, will need protection, and he intends to demand security for them.

The tragic stampede resulted in the deaths of 121 people, mostly women, after a satsang conducted by Surajpal alias Narayan Sakar Hari alias Bhole Baba . Nine individuals, including the prime accused Devprakash Madhukar , have been arrested in connection with the incident.

Police Investigation and Judicial Probe

The Hathras police, on July 6, announced that they are also investigating suspected political funding linked to the event. Officials identified Madhukar as the main organizer and fundraiser for the satsang. Notably, Saakar Hari Baba has not been named as an accused in the FIR lodged at the Sikandrarao police station.

The new claims by AP Singh add another layer of complexity to the investigation. If substantiated, they could significantly shift the focus of the inquiry and the perceived motives behind the tragic event. The call for witness protection underscores the sensitivity and potential risks involved in bringing these new allegations to light.

Meanwhile, the judicial commission, headed by Retd Justice Brijesh Singh , investigating the tragic stampede conducted an on-site inspection where officials showed them the ditch and drain where the majority of the deaths occurred. The commission is expected to submit its report within the next two months.

Ongoing Search for Organizers and Volunteers

In the aftermath of the tragedy, police and Special Operation Group (SOG) teams have been rigorously searching for the event's organizers and volunteers. The police are also investigating the backgrounds of those whose names appeared on banners and hoardings at the event site. They expect to apprehend these individuals soon.

The new allegations by Bhole Baba's lawyer have added a new twist to the already tragic Hathras stampede incident. As the investigation continues, the focus will be on verifying the claims and uncovering the true nature of the conspiracy, if any, behind this devastating event.