Tamil Nadu Health Minister Ma Subramanian said the deaths of five people following an IAF event in Marina Beach were due to “high temperature”. Humidity is also a major factor for heat-related illnesses.

An air show to commemorate the Indian Air Force’s 92 anniversary at Chennai’s Marina Beach turned into a disaster on Sunday when five people died and nearly 100 were hospitalised. Soaring temperatures and a crowd of over 10 lakh people at the venue led to a stampede-like situation after the show,

The air show commenced at 11 am and concluded at 1 pm. However, numerous attendees assembled as early as 8 am to secure prime viewing locations, enduring the scorching sun. Prior to the show's commencement,