Tragedy at Dussehra Mela: Woman Dies After Falling From Ride in Vikaspuri
A 27-year-old woman died and another man is critical after falling from a 'Mixer' ride at a Dussehra Mela in Vikaspuri, Delhi.
A festive celebration turned into a nightmare at the Dussehra Ground in Vikaspuri, where a Vikaspuri Dussehra Mela accident has claimed the life of a 27-year-old woman. The victim, identified as Gudiya, succumbed to her injuries while receiving treatment at Ram Manohar Lohia (RML) Hospital.
The Midnight Horror
The incident occurred in the early hours of October 20, 2026. At approximately 01:36 AM, a terrifying malfunction took place on a carnival ride known as the "Mixer," which had been installed at the Dussehra Ground in F Block, Vikaspuri.
According to police reports, the security gate of the ride suddenly malfunctioned and broke. This catastrophic failure caused two riders to be thrown from the swing, sending them plummeting to the ground.
Victims and Medical Struggle
The two individuals involved in the mishap were rushed to Mata Chanan Devi Hospital for immediate emergency care. Due to the severity of their injuries, they were later shifted to the Ram Manohar Lohia (RML) Hospital for advanced treatment.
- Gudiya (27): An unmarried woman originally from Bihar, Gudiya worked as a domestic helper in the national capital and lived with her sister and brother-in-law in Uttam Nagar. Despite medical efforts, she passed away.
- Ravi (35): The second victim remains hospitalized. Police have described his condition as critical but stable.
Police Action and Legal Proceedings
The Delhi Police have launched a full-scale investigation into the tragedy. Officials have invoked Section 106 of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS) to deal with the incident.
Investigators are currently scrutinizing the role of everyone responsible for the installation and operation of the ride. The primary focus of the probe is the mechanical failure of the security gate, which led to the fatal fall.
The Delhi Police stated that the role of all persons responsible for the incident is being examined and further investigation is in progress.