Pushpa 2 Stampede Case: Hyderabad Police File Chargesheet Against 23 Accused, Including Allu Arjun
Hyderabad Police have filed a chargesheet against 23 accused in the Sandhya 70mm Theatre stampede case, citing lapses in crowd management and security arrangements.
Hyderabad Police have filed a chargesheet in the Sandhya 70mm Theatre stampede case, naming 23 accused including theatre partners, event organisers, private security staff and actor Allu Arjun. The case highlights serious lapses in crowd management and security arrangements.
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Chargesheet Filed in Sandhya 70mm Theatre Stampede Case
The Hyderabad Police have completed the investigation into the Sandhya 70mm Theatre stampede case and filed a chargesheet before the Hon’ble Court on December 24, 2025.
Hyderabad Police Commissioner V C Sajjanar, IPS, stated that the probe was comprehensive and examined all aspects of planning, security, and crowd control related to the incident.
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23 Accused Named, 14 Arrested
According to the police:
- Total accused chargesheeted: 23
- Accused arrested: 14
- Accused on anticipatory bail: 9 (served legal notices)
The accused include theatre owners, management staff, event organisers, private security personnel, and individuals connected to the celebrity visit that led to the overcrowding.
Major Lapses Found During Investigation
The investigation revealed serious failures at multiple levels, including:
- Poor crowd management planning
- Inadequate security arrangements
- Lack of coordination between
- Theatre management
- Event organisers
- Private security staff
- Other persons involved
Police stated that these lapses collectively led to the stampede situation at the theatre.
List of Key Accused in the Case
Among those named in the chargesheet are:
- Partners and management of Sandhya 70mm Theatre, RTC Cross Roads
- Theatre manager and balcony gatekeeper
- Cine actor Allu Arjun
- Managers and fan association in-charge linked to the actor
- Event organiser and electrician
- Personal security guards and bouncers deployed at the venue
Police clarified that each accused has been booked based on their role and responsibility during the incident.
Legal Proceedings to Continue
Hyderabad Police confirmed that further proceedings in the Sandhya 70mm Theatre stampede case will continue as per law. Authorities reiterated that strict action will be taken against anyone found negligent in public safety matters.
Police Emphasise Accountability in Public Events
The case has once again highlighted the importance of proper crowd control, security planning, and coordination, especially during high-profile events involving large public gatherings.
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