A Ganesh Chaturthi celebration in Karnataka’s Hassan district experienced

an unexpected disruption during an immersion procession on Friday evening.

The incident occurred in Mosale Hosahalli village around 8:30 PM when a vehicle reportedly

went off course near the area where devotees had gathered for the event.

According to officials, several participants were affected, and many were taken to nearby medical facilities for care and observation.

Authorities are looking into the exact cause of the situation

with initial reports suggesting that the vehicle may have gone off track while attempting to navigate around another two-wheeler.

Local residents and emergency teams responded promptly to assist,

while district officials and healthcare professionals worked through the evening to ensure everyone received the necessary support.

The Chief Minister of Karnataka expressed concern and announced financial assistance for those impacted

.The incident has brought attention to the importance of safety arrangements during large public gatherings.

Officials have stated that steps will be taken to review crowd management and traffic

control measures to ensure smoother and safer events in the future.

Ganesh Chaturthi is a time of devotion and joy, bringing communities together in celebration.

This year, the festival in Hassan has seen

a reflective moment as people come together to support those affected and offer prayers for their well-being.