Tragic Stampede at Mahakumbh 2025: 30 Dead, 60 Injured in Prayagraj
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The Mahakumbh 2025 festival in Prayagraj, India, witnessed a tragic stampede that resulted in significant casualties and injuries. Here are the key details:
Casualties and Injuries: At least 30 people were killed, and over 60 were injured during a pre-dawn stampede. The incident occurred as devotees were rushing to take a holy dip in the Sangam, the confluence of the Ganga, Yamuna, and the mythical Saraswati rivers.
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Cause of the Stampede: The stampede was triggered by a surge in the crowd during a sacred bathing ritual. The sudden rush caused a breach in a police cordon, leading to a chaotic situation where people were trampled and suffocated.
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Response and Relief Efforts: The Rapid Action Force (RAF) was deployed to manage the situation and rescue those affected. Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath have been actively involved, with Modi giving directions for normalization and relief efforts. Local authorities have also increased security and medical personnel to handle the ongoing crisis.
The authorities are conducting investigations into the cause of the stampede, with some blaming mismanagement and excessive focus on VIP movements rather than the safety of common devotees.