The tragic stampede at the Sandhya Theatre in Hyderabad on December 4, 2024, continues to cast a long shadow, especially over the family of eight-year-old Sritej, who was critically injured during the chaos that erupted when superstar Allu Arjun arrived to see the audience reaction to *Pushpa 2: The Rule*. A year later, despite the promised financial support and a formal ex gratia of ₹2 crore, Sritej's family still faces a daunting battle for survival and medical care[2]. The stampede not only claimed the life of Sritej's mother, Mogudampalli Revathi, but left the boy with severe brain damage due to oxygen deprivation. After enduring 146 days of intensive treatment at KIMS Hospital and subsequent neuro-rehabilitation, Sritej's recovery remains precarious. His father, Magudampalli Bhaskar, revealed that the monthly medical expenses continue to hover around ₹90,000, a financial strain compounded by his role as sole caretaker for his son, daughter, and elderly mother[2]. Allu Arjun, initially arrested and held overnight on charges related to negligence, had his interim bail granted promptly. The actor's father, Allu Aravind, pledged substantial support: ₹1 crore from Allu Arjun himself, with the remainder coming from producers and the film's director. Telangana Film Development Corporation chairman Dil Raju was appointed mediator to ensure delivery of the funds, alongside promises to cover medical bills[3]. The injured boy's father expressed gratitude to Allu Arjun for his help, acknowledging the actor's role in facilitating his son's ongoing treatment[2]. However, reports of ongoing financial hardship and perceptions of negligence have reignited debate around the accountability and support extended after such tragic events. The episode raises critical concerns about crowd management and the responsibility of star-driven events in ensuring fan safety. What are your thoughts on how the film industry and public figures should manage such incidents? Do you believe enough has been done to support victims like Sritej and ensure safety at high-profile events? Share your perspective in the comments below and help spread awareness by sharing this post. Your voice matters in advocating for safer entertainment spaces and compassionate support for victims.Citations
1.https://www.bollywoodshaadis.com/articles/pushpa-2-stampede-sritej-braindead-allu-arjun-58997
2.https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/entertainment/telugu/movies/news/allu-arjun-faces-renewed-scrutiny-as-father-of-injured-boy-says-hes-still-struggling-a-year-after-pushpa-2-stampede-confirms-ex-gratia-deposit/articleshow/125771087.cms
3.https://www.hindustantimes.com/entertainment/telugu-cinema/pushpa-2-stampede-victims-father-ignored-by-allu-arjun-when-in-dire-need-of-money-actors-team-responds-101764835967777.html
4.https://www.timesnownews.com/entertainment-news/telugu/allu-arjun-faces-allegations-of-ignoring-pushpa-stampede-victims-family-actors-team-responds-article-153246313
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