Amaravati/IBNS, Nov. 1 -- Several people have died at a stampede which occurred at the Venkateswara Swami Temple in Andhra Pradesh's Srikakulam, media reports said.

The stampede broke out during a heavy rush of devotees at the temple.

Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu wrote on X, "The stampede incident at the Venkateswara Temple in Kashibugga in Srikakulam district has caused a shock. The death of devotees in this tragic incident is extremely heartbreaking.

"I express my deepest condolences to the families of the deceased. I have instructed the officials to provide speedy and proper treatment to those who have been injured. I have requested the local officials and public representatives to visit the site of the incident...