Panaji, May 3 -- Goa BJP President Damu Naik on Saturday said that the investigation is ongoing regarding the stampede incident at Shirgao, Goa. He also expressed condolences over the tragic incident.

The incident occurred during the annual Lairai Devi jatra at the Shirgaon temple, resulting in six deaths and over 50 injuries.

Speaking to ANI, Goa BJP President Damu Naik said, "... Investigation is ongoing and will reveal the cause in an appropriate time. I express my condolences to those who have passed away, and I pray that those who are in the hospital recover as soon as possible."

Union Minister Shripad Yesso Naik also spoke about the tragic incident and said that he has been seeing (Lairai) Zatra happen since childhood but has nev...