Mahakumbh Stampede 2025: Amrit Snan resumes hours after disaster that likely killed 15
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Mahakumbh Stampede 2025: Amrit Snan resumes hours after disaster that likely killed 15

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Mahakumbh 2025 Stampede: Shahi Snan resumed at the Triveni Sangam on the occasion of Mauni Amavasya, January 29, hours after a stampede -like situation killed 15 people in Uttar Pradesh's Prayagraj. WATCH THE VIDEO HERE Helicopters were seem showering flower petals showered on saints and seers taking a holy dip at Triveni Sangam on Wednesday, January 29. Digambar Naga Baba Chidanand Puri of Panchayati Niranjani Akhara speaking to ANI after taking 'Amrit snan' said that after today's stampede-like situation in Maha Kumbh people from Niranjani Akhara are coming in small numbers to take a holy dip. It is believed abstaining from speech on Mauni Amavasya and taking a dip in the holy Ganga can purify one’s soul and bring mental stability and inner calm.

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Kumbh stampede unfortunate, focus was safety of 8 crore devotees: Yogi Adityanath
2 weeks, 6 days ago

Kumbh stampede unfortunate, focus was safety of 8 crore devotees: Yogi Adityanath

India Today  

Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath said the stampede that occurred during the Mauni Amavasya Snan at the Kumbh Mela was an unfortunate incident and in the aftermath, the government's focus was on the safety of 8 crore devotees that were expected to take part in the festivities on the fateful day. "Apart from expressing grief over the incident, our …

Yogi Adityanath on Maha Kumbh stampede: ‘We didn’t allow the incident to be excessively highlighted as it would create panic’
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3 weeks, 3 days ago

Yogi Adityanath on Maha Kumbh stampede: ‘We didn’t allow the incident to be excessively highlighted as it would create panic’

The Hindu  

Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Monday said his government acted swiftly to control the situation after the January 29 stampede at the Maha Kumbh in Prayagraj, ensuring timely medical aid for victims while preventing widespread panic. Addressing a gathering of Indian Institute of Management and Indian Postal Service officials in Lucknow, Mr. Adityanath said, "We did not allow …

Kumbh stampede downplayed to avoid panic among 8 crore devotees: Yogi Adityanath
3 weeks, 3 days ago

Kumbh stampede downplayed to avoid panic among 8 crore devotees: Yogi Adityanath

India Today  

Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Monday said his government acted swiftly to control the situation after the January 29 stampede at the Maha Kumbh in Prayagraj, ensuring timely medical aid for victims while preventing widespread panic. Addressing a gathering of Indian Institute of Management and Indian Postal Service officials in Lucknow, Adityanath said, "We did not allow the …

Mahakumbh 2025: Yogi Adityanath says ‘we acted swiftly’ after stampede; dismisses reports of pollution at Sangam
3 weeks, 3 days ago

Mahakumbh 2025: Yogi Adityanath says ‘we acted swiftly’ after stampede; dismisses reports of pollution at Sangam

Live Mint  

Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Monday said that the government acted swiftly after stampede at Mahakumbh in Prayagraj on January 29, and also dismissed reports of pollution at the Sangam during the Maha Kumbh. “We acted swiftly to prevent panic after stampede during Maha Kumbh,” said Yogi Adityanath. UP CM on pollution claims Despite baseless claims, our state …

CM Yogi speaks on Mahakumbh stampede: 'We did not allow the incident to be excessively highlighted because...'
3 weeks, 4 days ago

CM Yogi speaks on Mahakumbh stampede: 'We did not allow the incident to be excessively highlighted because...'

India TV News  

CM Yogi speaks on Mahakumbh stampede: 'We did not allow the incident to be excessively highlighted because.' Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath said his government acted swiftly to prevent panic after the Mahakumbh stampede on January 29. Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath, while addressing a gathering of Indian Institute of Management and Indian Postal Service officials in Lucknow …

PM Modi on Maha Kumbh: ‘Mahayagna’ of unity concludes; apologizes for any shortcoming in services
1 month ago

PM Modi on Maha Kumbh: ‘Mahayagna’ of unity concludes; apologizes for any shortcoming in services

The Hindu  

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday likened the massive Maha Kumbh congregation to the newly awakened consciousness of a nation breathing freely after breaking the shackles of a slavery mindset. Editorial | Mela and melee: On the Maha Kumbh Mela 2025 and public safety The Prime Minister offered apology to "Mother Ganga, Mother Yamuna, Mother Saraswati" as well as people, …

Maha Kumbh 2025 ends with 66 crore attendees, stampedes, viral stars like Monalisa | Recap
1 month ago

Maha Kumbh 2025 ends with 66 crore attendees, stampedes, viral stars like Monalisa | Recap

Hindustan Times  

As the Maha Kumbh 2025 in Uttar Pradesh's Prayagraj concluded on Wednesday, February 26, with the final holy dip on Mahashivratri, the world’s largest spiritual gathering is leaving behind more than just numbers – some faces like ‘Monalisa' and IIT 'Baba’ amid the overwhelming crowd of over 66 crore that made hit headlines and some tragic moments like stampedes. While …

Maha Kumbh 2025 | How world media covered 45-day event in Prayagraj: ‘More pilgrims than US population’
1 month ago

Maha Kumbh 2025 | How world media covered 45-day event in Prayagraj: ‘More pilgrims than US population’

Hindustan Times  

Maha Kumbh 2025: A sea of pilgrims from across the country on Wednesday, February 26, took a holy dip at the Triveni Sangam on Maha Shivratri as the 45-day Maha Kumbh inched towards its closure. Naga Sadhus arrive in a procession to take a holy dip in Sangam, the confluence of Ganges, Yamuna and Saraswati rivers, at the Maha Kumbh …

Mahakumbh 2025: Isha Ambani, husband Anand Piramal take holy dip at Triveni Sangam in Prayagraj
1 month ago

Mahakumbh 2025: Isha Ambani, husband Anand Piramal take holy dip at Triveni Sangam in Prayagraj

Live Mint  

Reliance Industries board member and Mukesh Ambani's daughter, Isha Ambani, and husband, Anand Piramal, were spotted at the Triveni Sangam taking a holy dip on the second last day of Maha Kumbh, according to a video shared by the news agency ANI. Other famous individuals like the former Indian team fast bowler Ishant Sharma, cricketer Suresh Raina, singer Kailash Kher, …

Akhilesh Yadav slams BJP over handling of economy, Mahakumbh
1 month ago

Akhilesh Yadav slams BJP over handling of economy, Mahakumbh

Deccan Chronicle  

Kanpur : Samajwadi Party Chief Akhilesh Yadav on Sunday slammed the BJP over the handling of the economy and the Mahakumbh event in Prayagraj. ".The dream that the government showed of making a 1 trillion dollar economy has failed.the poor people are not able to understand what this game of million trillion is.The promises that were made to the people …

Mahakumbh devotees count crosses 60-crore mark, last snan on February 26
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Mahakumbh devotees count crosses 60-crore mark, last snan on February 26

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Mahakumbh devotees count crosses 60-crore mark, last snan on February 26 Mahakumbh 2025: With over 1.43 crore snan recorded today, the participation of devotees at the Mahakumbh has crossed the 60-crore mark. The Uttar Pradesh government on Saturday announced that unexpectedly 60 crore devotees at the Maha Kumbh Mela have taken a holy dip in the Triveni Sangam. Expected to …

Two-member panel formed to probe New Delhi Railway station stampede
1 month, 1 week ago

Two-member panel formed to probe New Delhi Railway station stampede

Op India  

A two-member committee has been formed to investigate the stampede at the New Delhi Railway Station on Februray 15, in which 18 people died and several sustained injuries. The stampede at the New Delhi Railway Station took place at 10 pm on Saturday as lakhs of devotees were heading to Prayagraj for the Maha Kumbh 2025 festival, causing significant overcrowding …

At least 18 killed in New Delhi station stampede as Maha Kumbh pilgrims crowd trains
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1 month, 1 week ago

At least 18 killed in New Delhi station stampede as Maha Kumbh pilgrims crowd trains

The Independent  

For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy At least 18 people were …

New Delhi Railway Station stampede: 18 dead as Mahakumbh rush leads to panic. What triggered the NDLS stampede? 10 pts
1 month, 1 week ago

New Delhi Railway Station stampede: 18 dead as Mahakumbh rush leads to panic. What triggered the NDLS stampede? 10 pts

Live Mint  

At least 18 people were dead, and another 15 were injured in a stampede at New Delhi railway station on Saturday night as pilgrims waited to board trains to the Maha Kumbh Mela 2025. "18 people, including 14 women, lost their lives in the stampede that occurred yesterday around 10 PM at New Delhi Railway station," said Delhi Police, ANI …

18 dead, several injured in stampede due to Maha Kumbh rush at New Delhi railway station: 10 points
1 month, 1 week ago

18 dead, several injured in stampede due to Maha Kumbh rush at New Delhi railway station: 10 points

Hindustan Times  

At least 18 people died and 15 others were injured in a stampede at New Delhi Railway station on Saturday night as massive crowds gathered to board trains for the ongoing Maha Kumbh mela in Prayagraj. Here are 10 updates on the New Delhi railway station stampede The stampede occurred as thousands of passengers gathered to board trains heading to …

Huge crowds, lack of cop presence: Eyewitnesses on Delhi station stampede horror
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1 month, 1 week ago

Huge crowds, lack of cop presence: Eyewitnesses on Delhi station stampede horror

India Today  

At least 18 people were killed on Saturday night in a stampede that broke out at the New Delhi railway station due to a huge rush of devotees who were looking to reach Prayagraj for the ongoing Maha Kumbh Mela. People were just trying to pull out those who were crushed under the crowd," Pappu, who was on platform number …

18 dead, several injured as Maha Kumbh rush triggers stampede at New Delhi railway station
1 month, 1 week ago

18 dead, several injured as Maha Kumbh rush triggers stampede at New Delhi railway station

New Indian Express  

'Far more people than I have ever seen' The incident highlights the need for better crowd control, planning, and facilities to manage large passenger volumes, said several commuters. Local staff and witnesses said such crowds had not been seen at the New Delhi station since 1981. According to a rough estimate,over 50,000 people had reached the New Delhi railway station …

Maghi Purnima Snan Begins At Maha Kumbh, Over 2 Crore Expected To Take Holy Dip Amid Tight Security
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Maghi Purnima Snan Begins At Maha Kumbh, Over 2 Crore Expected To Take Holy Dip Amid Tight Security

ABP News  

The Maghi Purnima snan began early Wednesday as thousands of devotees thronged the Maha Kumbh Mela in Prayagraj to take a holy dip at the Triveni Sangam. The administration has made extensive preparations for the Maghi Purnima bathing festival as around two crore devotees are expected to take a bath today at various ghats. VIDEO | Maha Kumbh 2025: The …

Mahakumbh: Helicopters to shower flowers on devotees during 'Magh Purnima Snan' on February 12
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Mahakumbh: Helicopters to shower flowers on devotees during 'Magh Purnima Snan' on February 12

India TV News  

Kumbh Mela 2025: As the grand Mahakumbha Mela is underway in Uttar Pradesh's Prayagraj, devotees are set to witness a special floral shower over the sacred Sangam on the occasion of Magh Purnima on Wednesday. With just 15 days to go for the Mahakumbh to end, over 45 crore people have taken a dip at Sangam since the grand event …

Kumbh stampede: Why no final death toll despite digitisation claims, Akhilesh asks in LS
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Kumbh stampede: Why no final death toll despite digitisation claims, Akhilesh asks in LS

New Indian Express  

Samajwadi Party chief Akhilesh Yadav on Tuesday attacked the government in Lok Sabha alleging mismanagement at the Maha Kumbh and asked why no final digits are emerging about those who died in the stampede even though a lot is bring advertised about digitisation. The Kannauj MP also hit out at the Uttar Pradesh government saying the "double engine government is …

Mahakumbh 2025 Sets Record, Over 41 Crore Devotees Take Holy Dip at Triveni Sangam
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Mahakumbh 2025 Sets Record, Over 41 Crore Devotees Take Holy Dip at Triveni Sangam

ABP News  

The Mahakumbh 2025 in Prayagraj has witnessed an unprecedented turnout, with over 41 crore devotees taking a holy dip at the Sangam by the 29th day of the event. The massive gathering has resulted in heavy congestion across the city and its surrounding areas, causing significant challenges for pilgrims. Due to the overwhelming rush, Sangam railway station has been temporarily …

Maha Kumbh 2025: Massive fire breaks out at Shankaracharya Marg
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Maha Kumbh 2025: Massive fire breaks out at Shankaracharya Marg

Live Mint  

Maha Kumbh 2025: A massive fire broke out in Prayagraj's Sector 18 of Shankaracharya Marg on Friday. Informing that the fire has been brought under control with prompt response from fire department, Inspector Yogesh Chaturvedi of Khak Chowk police station said, "A fire broke out at a camp near Tulsi Chauraha on Old GT Road. According to UP Fire Department …

Government hiding Kumbh stampede death toll: Opposition
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Government hiding Kumbh stampede death toll: Opposition

The Hindu  

Keeping the heat on the government over the Kumbh stampede, the Opposition members in both houses of Parliament accused the Centre and the Bharatiya Janata Party government in Uttar Pradesh of hiding the death toll and other details of the tragedy. In Rajya Sabha, during the debate on the Motion of Thanks to the President’s address, Shiv Sena MP Sanjay …

‘Kumbh stampede not very big, being exaggerated’ says Hema Malini; official figures show at least 30 killed, 60 injured
1 month, 3 weeks ago

‘Kumbh stampede not very big, being exaggerated’ says Hema Malini; official figures show at least 30 killed, 60 injured

The Hindu  

The Maha Kumbh stampede was not a "big incident" and is being "exaggerated", BJP MP Hema Malini said on Tuesday asserting the congregation is being managed very well. According to official figures released by the Uttar Pradesh government, at least 30 people lost their lives and 60 were injured in the pre-dawn stampede at the Sangam area in Prayagraj. Samajwadi …

Days After Stampede, Six Injured in Hot Air Balloon Accident at Prayagraj Mahakumbh
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Days After Stampede, Six Injured in Hot Air Balloon Accident at Prayagraj Mahakumbh

ABP News  

Prayagraj, Uttar Pradesh: Six people were injured on Monday when a hot air balloon filled with helium gas exploded at the Mahakumbh festival in Prayagraj. The incident occurred near Sector 20 of the festival grounds, close to the Akahara Marg, as devotees were celebrating the Hindu festival of Basant Panchami. The hot air balloon was being prepared for takeoff when …

Akhilesh demands transparency in Mahakumbh stampede incident
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Akhilesh demands transparency in Mahakumbh stampede incident

Deccan Chronicle  

Samajwadi Party Chief Akhilesh Yadav has demanded transparency regarding the fatalities at the Mahakumbh stampede, urging the government to present accurate figures on the deaths, treatment of the injured, and arrangements made for the event.Participating in the debate on the motion of thanks on the President's Address, Akhilesh called for an all-party meeting to clarify the situation and recommended that …

AAP MP Sanjay Singh gives adjournment notice in RS to discuss Mahakumbh stampede
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1 month, 3 weeks ago

AAP MP Sanjay Singh gives adjournment notice in RS to discuss Mahakumbh stampede

Deccan Chronicle  

Aam Aadmi Party MP Sanjay Singh on Tuesday gave a zero hour notice in Rajya Sabha regarding the Mahakumbh stampede that occurred on January 29.Singh, in his letter, stated that the Maha Kumbh is one of the largest religious events on Earth and has witnessed the 'horrific' stampede for the sixth time in the past 70 years. This time, the …

Kumbh stampede 'not very big' incident, being 'exaggerated': BJP MP Hema Malini
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Kumbh stampede 'not very big' incident, being 'exaggerated': BJP MP Hema Malini

New Indian Express  

NEW DELHI: The Maha Kumbh stampede was not a "big incident" and is being "exaggerated", BJP MP Hema Malini said on Tuesday asserting the congregation is being managed very well. Asked about Opposition members alleging that the government was hiding the number of deaths in the stampede, she said, "They will say whatever they want to.It is their job to …

After Stampede, Third 'Amrit Snan' At Maha Kumbh Held Smoothly, Over 2.5 Crore Take Holy Dip
1 month, 3 weeks ago

After Stampede, Third 'Amrit Snan' At Maha Kumbh Held Smoothly, Over 2.5 Crore Take Holy Dip

ABP News  

Mahakumbh Nagar, Feb 3 The third 'Amrit Snan' at the Maha Kumbh proceeded smoothly on Monday with lakhs of people taking a dip on the occasion of Basant Panchmi and akharas resuming the grand processions curtailed last week when a stampede killed at least 30 people. Unlike the Mauni Amavasya dip when crowd pressure built up at the Sangam, many …

Maha Kumbh stampede: SC terms ‘unfortunate’, refuses to entertain plea for enquiry
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Maha Kumbh stampede: SC terms ‘unfortunate’, refuses to entertain plea for enquiry

The Hindu  

Chief Justice of India Sanjiv Khanna remarked on Monday that the stampede deaths at the Maha Kumbh in Prayagraj was “unfortunate” but refused to entertain a petition to examine “lapses, negligence and utter failure of administration”. Appearing for the State of Uttar Pradesh, senior advocate Mukul Rohatgi said the State has already constituted a three-member judicial commission to enquire into …

Supreme Court Refuses To Hear PIL On Maha Kumbh Stampede, Asks Petitioner To Move High Court
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Supreme Court Refuses To Hear PIL On Maha Kumbh Stampede, Asks Petitioner To Move High Court

ABP News  

Maha Kumbh Stampede: The Supreme Court on Monday refused to hear a PIL that sought specific guidelines to ensure the safety of devotees attending the Maha Kumbh Mela after a stampede claimed at least 30 lives in the Sangam area last week. The apex court termed the stampede "an unfortunate incident" and asked the petitioner, advocate Vishal Tiwari, to move …

Opposition's Strong Protest In Parliament Over Maha Kumbh Stampede, MPs Walk Out Of Both Houses
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Opposition's Strong Protest In Parliament Over Maha Kumbh Stampede, MPs Walk Out Of Both Houses

ABP News  

Parliament Budget Session: Opposition MPs raised slogans in Lok Sabha and Rajya Sabha demanding a discussion on the Maha Kumbh stampede in Prayagraj last week. #WATCH | Opposition MPs in Lok Sabha raise slogans against Uttar Pradesh's Yogi Adityanath government over Maha Kumbh stampede issue pic.twitter.com/8Fl2KXlY9a — ANI February 3, 2025 RJD MP Manoj Kumar Jha said the matter of …

Mahakumbh 2025: Government’s Grand Arrangements for Amrit Snan Leave Everyone Amazed
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Mahakumbh 2025: Government’s Grand Arrangements for Amrit Snan Leave Everyone Amazed

ABP News  

The Uttar Pradesh government has made exceptional arrangements for Amrit Snan at Mahakumbh 2025, ensuring a seamless experience for millions of devotees. The large-scale preparations, including enhanced crowd management, security, and logistics, have left visitors in awe.On Basant Panchami, a massive influx of devotees arrived at the Triveni Sangam in Prayagraj for the sacred dip. Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath shared …

Mahakumbh 2025: Nirmohi Ani Akhara Mahant Speaks Out on Stampede Incident
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Mahakumbh 2025: Nirmohi Ani Akhara Mahant Speaks Out on Stampede Incident

ABP News  

At Mahakumbh 2025, Nirmohi Ani Akhara’s Mahant has raised concerns over the recent stampede incident, highlighting the challenges of managing such a massive gathering. Speaking about the chaos, he emphasized the need for enhanced security measures and better crowd control to prevent such occurrences in the future.Despite the incident, a massive turnout was seen on Basant Panchami, with over 62.25 …

Mahakumbh 2025: First Amrit Snan After Stampede, Saints React to Arrangements
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Mahakumbh 2025: First Amrit Snan After Stampede, Saints React to Arrangements

ABP News  

Following the recent stampede incident, the first Amrit Snan of Mahakumbh 2025 took place on Basant Panchami at the sacred Triveni Sangam in Prayagraj. Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath shared images of the holy event, extending his heartfelt wishes to saints, Kalpvasis, and devotees participating in the sacred ritual.The grand bathing witnessed a massive turnout of saints and pilgrims, with authorities …

Basant Panchami 2025: After stampede, ‘Amrit Snan’ continues without hitch at Maha Kumbh
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1 month, 3 weeks ago

Basant Panchami 2025: After stampede, ‘Amrit Snan’ continues without hitch at Maha Kumbh

The Hindu  

Maha Kumbh Mela: Security increased as over 62 lakh devotees take the holy dip on Basant Panchami Millions of people from across the globe converged at the Sangam from break of dawn on Monday for the third grand ‘Amrit Shan’ of the Maha Kumbh, the ritual holy dip on Basant Panchami starting smoothly and proceeding without a hitch. Maha Kumbh …

Maha Kumbh 2025: Shaken by deadly stampede, devotees begin third grand ‘Amrit Snan’ on Basant Panchami
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Maha Kumbh 2025: Shaken by deadly stampede, devotees begin third grand ‘Amrit Snan’ on Basant Panchami

Live Mint  

Days after the deadly stampede that ikilled 30 people, thousands of devotees, including sadhus, began the third ‘Amrit Snan’ at the Maha Kumbh on the festival of Basant Panchami, February 3, amid a tight vigil. ‘Amrit Snan’ is the last of the holy dips of the Maha Kumbh and holds significance in the wake of the stampede. Top Uttar Pradesh …

Maha Kumbh highlights: Stampede probe hints at conspiracy, says BJP MP in Parliament
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Maha Kumbh highlights: Stampede probe hints at conspiracy, says BJP MP in Parliament

Hindustan Times  

Security personnel keep watch as devotees gather to take a holy dip at the Sangam on the occasion of Basant Panchami during the ongoing Maha Kumbh Mela, in Prayagraj, Monday, Feb. 3, 2025. Maha Kumbh highlights: The Maha Kumbh Mela witnessed the third ‘Amrit Snan’ on Monday, February 3, on the occasion of Basant Panchami, the first holy bathing ritual …

Mahakumbh Amrit Snan: CM Yogi monitoring situation since 3:30 am from war room | Video
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Mahakumbh Amrit Snan: CM Yogi monitoring situation since 3:30 am from war room | Video

India TV News  

Mahakumbh Amrit Snan: As the third grand 'Amrit Snan' Mahakumbh on the auspicious occasion of Basant Panchami is underway at the Triveni Sangam in the holy city of Prayagraj, Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath has been monitoring the situation since 3:30 am in the morning at the war room set up at his official residence. Sea of people gather …

Mahakumbh: Supreme Court says stampede is an 'unfortunate incident', refuses to entertain PIL
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Mahakumbh: Supreme Court says stampede is an 'unfortunate incident', refuses to entertain PIL

India TV News  

Mahakumbh stampede: The Supreme Court on Monday said that the stampede at the Mahakumbh in the Prayagraj district of Uttar Pradesh is an 'unfortunate incident' and refused to entertain a PIL seeking directions to put in place safety measures and guidelines for pilgrims from across the country. A bench comprising Chief Justice Sanjiv Khanna and Justice Sanjay Kumar noted the …

Keeping up with UP: Crowd mismanagement not ‘will of God’ triggered Kumbh deaths
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Keeping up with UP: Crowd mismanagement not ‘will of God’ triggered Kumbh deaths

Hindustan Times  

A day after the stampede at Maha Kumbh in which at least 30 people were killed, the international president of the Vishwa Hindu Parishad Alok Kumar said the incident would not be a dampener for the event as pilgrims tend to accept such accidents as “a will of God”. Singh also wrote an MoU was signed with the Moti Lal …

A stampede at India's largest Hindu religious gathering raises security questions
1 month, 3 weeks ago

A stampede at India's largest Hindu religious gathering raises security questions

NPR  

A stampede at India's largest Hindu religious gathering raises security questions A deadly stampede at a Hindu festival in India is causing many to wonder how to effectively manage massive events. AYESHA RASCOE, HOST: Since January 13, millions of pilgrims have gathered at a Hindu festival called Kumbh Mela. DEVINA GUPTA: The Hindu village's festival, Kumbh Mela, takes place every …

Conspiracy angle in Kumbh stampede, 16,000 mobile numbers under probe: Sources
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Conspiracy angle in Kumbh stampede, 16,000 mobile numbers under probe: Sources

India Today  

Investigators probing the January 29 stampede at the ongoing Maha Kumbh Mela in Prayagraj have shifted their focus to a conspiracy angle that might have played a part in the tragic incident that left 30 pilgrims dead, sources said. According to the sources, investigators are conducting data analysis of more than 16,000 mobile numbers which were said to be active …

‘Marna sabko hai’: Baba Bageshwar’s ‘dumb’ comments on Kumbh stampede anger social media, ‘Try Ganga kinare wala moksh’
1 month, 3 weeks ago

‘Marna sabko hai’: Baba Bageshwar’s ‘dumb’ comments on Kumbh stampede anger social media, ‘Try Ganga kinare wala moksh’

Live Mint  

Pandit Dhirendra Krishna Shastri has commented on the stampede at Mahakumbh 2025 that killed 30 people. His comment on “Marna sabko hai” has started an online debate. The stampede incident is definitely condemnable and quite strange,” the Peethadheeshwar of Bageshwar Dham said on the Kumbh stampede. On January 30, Pandit Dhirendra Krishna Shastri spoke to ANI and said that he …

'Yogi Govt Hiding Fatalities': Akhilesh Yadav's Big Claim Amid Maha Kumbh Stampede
1 month, 4 weeks ago

'Yogi Govt Hiding Fatalities': Akhilesh Yadav's Big Claim Amid Maha Kumbh Stampede

ABP News  

In a stunning claim, the Samajwadi Party chief Akhilesh Yadav accused the government of Uttar Pradesh of hiding real figures of deaths in the Maha Kumbh stampede in order to avoid paying compensation to the deceased families. 30 Killed, 60 Injured In Maha Kumbh Stampede A senior official announced on Wednesday that 30 people have lost their lives and 60 …

Watch: What caused the stampede at the Maha Kumbh?
1 month, 4 weeks ago

Watch: What caused the stampede at the Maha Kumbh?

The Hindu  

At least 30 pilgrims died and 60 were injured in a stampede at the Maha Kumbh on January 29th, 2025, when a large number of pilgrims reached the sacred Triveni Sangam in Prayagraj to take a holy dip on Mauni Amavasya. The Uttar Pradesh government had estimated that a hundred million people would have their holy dips on January 29. …

MahaKumbh 2025: Post-Stampede, Record Crowds in Prayagraj, Safety Tightened | ABP NEWS
1 month, 4 weeks ago

MahaKumbh 2025: Post-Stampede, Record Crowds in Prayagraj, Safety Tightened | ABP NEWS

ABP News  

The 2025 Maha Kumbh Mela in Prayagraj is witnessing a massive surge of devotees at the sacred Sangam. In light of previous incidents like stampedes, the administration has taken extensive measures to enhance safety and organization. The upcoming Amrit Snan on Basant Panchami is a major focus, with the administration on high alert to ensure smooth proceedings. The entire administrative …

After Maha Kumbh stampede, come decongestion measures. Here’s how pilgrims continue to suffer
1 month, 4 weeks ago

After Maha Kumbh stampede, come decongestion measures. Here’s how pilgrims continue to suffer

Firstpost  

In the wake of the Maha Kumbh stampede tragedy in Uttar Pradesh’s Prayagraj, the state government introduced strict decongestion measures, such as sealing district borders, to prevent overcrowding. As a result, a massive traffic jam and cancellation of trains have left thousands of pilgrims stranded in the spiritual epicentre without food, water, or shelter Buses and other vehicles piled up …

Reports of second stampede in Mahakumbh emerge; Mela authorities deny
1 month, 4 weeks ago

Reports of second stampede in Mahakumbh emerge; Mela authorities deny

New Indian Express  

LUCKNOW: Amid Mauni Amavasya tragic stampede at the Sangam Ghat claiming 30 lives and leaving 60 injured, reports have emerged about another stampede that took place in Jhunsi area across the confluence of the three rivers. Although there is no official confirmation about this second stampede, eye-witnesses say it took place almost three hours after the first one when a …

Maha Kumbh: Traffic plan for Amrit Snan and UP's broken bus ticketing
1 month, 4 weeks ago

Maha Kumbh: Traffic plan for Amrit Snan and UP's broken bus ticketing

India Today  

After the deadly stampede on Mauni Amavasya, all eyes are on the next Amrit Snan at the Maha Kumbh on Vasant Panchami on February 3. In this digital age when people prefer online booking of tickets, the UP State Road Transport Corporation’s online enquiry and ticketing system appears broken – leaving lakhs of commuters scrambling for authoritative information. UPSRTC’s official …

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