Chariot Collapse at Bengaluru Festival Claims One Life, Injures Four

The Huskur Madduramma Fair faces scrutiny after a 150-foot chariot toppled during heavy rains, raising concerns about safety measures and structural design.

A 150-foot-tall chariot collapsed during the Huskur Madduramma Fair in Bengaluru on March 22, killing one person and injuring four others.
The collapse occurred during severe weather, with strong winds and heavy rains destabilizing the structure as devotees pulled it toward the temple.
This marks the second consecutive year a chariot has fallen during the festival, though last year’s incident caused no fatalities.
Critics have pointed to structural flaws in the chariot’s design and questioned the organizers’ lack of adequate safety measures.
Heavy rains on the same day caused widespread disruptions in Bengaluru, including waterlogging, traffic snarls, and flight delays.