Unfazed devotees shrug off stampede at India mega-festival
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Unfazed devotees shrug off stampede at India mega-festival

Raw Story  

by Bhuvan BAGGA and Devesh MISHRA Throngs of devotees at the world's biggest religious gathering bathed in Indian rivers on Thursday, undeterred by a stampede a day earlier that killed at least 30 people. "We've obviously heard about the stampede," 21-year-old Naveen Pradhan, who arrived at the festival with his family hours after the disaster, told AFP. The six-week Kumbh Mela is the single biggest milestone on the Hindu religious calendar, and Wednesday marked one of the holiest days of the festival, coinciding with an alignment of the Solar System's planets. Previous Kumbh Mela festivals have In 1954, more than 400 people died after they were trampled or drowned on a single day of the festival, one of the largest tolls in a crowd-related disaster globally.

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PM says Kumbh success example of 'sabka prayaas', Rahul Gandhi rakes up stampede
1 week, 2 days ago

PM says Kumbh success example of 'sabka prayaas', Rahul Gandhi rakes up stampede

India Today  

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday said the success of the Maha Kumbh, held in Prayagraj, was a prime example of 'sabka prayaas' during which the entire world witnessed the grandeur of India. Speaking in the Lok Sabha, PM Modi said the Maha Kumbh "reflects the spirit of rising India". The Prime Minister said it was heartening to witness India's …

Kumbh stampede unfortunate, focus was safety of 8 crore devotees: Yogi Adityanath
2 weeks, 5 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, 2 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, 2 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 …

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 …

Mahashivratri: Prayagraj bans vehicles as crowds swell for last ‘snan’ of Maha Kumbh
1 month ago

Mahashivratri: Prayagraj bans vehicles as crowds swell for last ‘snan’ of Maha Kumbh

Live Mint  

Entry of all vehicles has been banned in Prayagraj as crowds have started to swell in the holy city to participate in the final ‘snan’ of the Maha Kumbh coinciding with the festival of Mahashivratri on February 26. These restrictions of no-vehicles in Maha Kumbh and Prayagraj have been imposed to ensure smooth crowd movement on the concluding day of …

Kumbh Mela: Authorities impose ‘no vehicle zone’ from 4 p.m.
1 month ago

Kumbh Mela: Authorities impose ‘no vehicle zone’ from 4 p.m.

The Hindu  

The Maha Kumbh Mela area will be a no-vehicle zone from 4 p.m. on Tuesday, with the entire Prayagraj following suit from 6 p.m. onwards in view of the massive influx of devotees for the last special bathing date coinciding with Mahashivratri on February 26. Watch | The Maha Kumbh will inspire future generations as a symbol of unity: PM …

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 …

18 Die in New Delhi Railway Station Stampede Amid Kumbh Mela Rush. When Will Crowd Safety Improve?
1 month, 1 week ago

18 Die in New Delhi Railway Station Stampede Amid Kumbh Mela Rush. When Will Crowd Safety Improve?

The Hindu  

Published : Feb 17, 2025 15:02 IST - 4 MINS READ A confluence of poor railway safety measures and a frenzy of devotees rushing to board a special train heading to Prayagraj for the Maha Kumbh Mela on February 15, resulted in the death of 18 people, mostly women. The New Delhi Railway Station tragedy is the second deadly stampede …

New Delhi railway station stampede: incident deeply heartbreaking, says Mamata Banerjee
1 month, 1 week ago

New Delhi railway station stampede: incident deeply heartbreaking, says Mamata Banerjee

The Hindu  

West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee on Sunday expressed grief over the loss of lives in a stampede at New Delhi Railway Station and stressed the need for careful planning and management for the safety of people. At least 18 people were killed and more than a dozen injured in the stampede that broke out late Saturday night at the …

DC Edit | Another avoidable Kumbh-linked tragedy
1 month, 1 week ago

DC Edit | Another avoidable Kumbh-linked tragedy

Deccan Chronicle  

A second fatal stampede involving Maha Kumbh pilgrims is two tragedies too many. A thorough probe is called for into the causes of the stampede on Saturday night at the New Delhi railway station because there is very little accountability when such unfortunate events take place, and all the blame is usually placed on the people. Was confusion created over …

Lalu courts controversy with Maha Kumbh 'meaningless' remark
1 month, 1 week ago

Lalu courts controversy with Maha Kumbh 'meaningless' remark

Deccan Chronicle  

Patna: RJD supremo Lalu Prasad on Sunday sparked controversy with his remarks dubbing the Maha Kumbh as "meaningless", as he blamed the Railways for the stampede in New Delhi that claimed 18 lives. Prasad also slammed the BJP-led government at the Centre over the incident at New Delhi railway station, and demanded resignation of the railway minister. Reacting to the …

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 …

‘What was their fault’: Eyewitnesses recount New Delhi station stampede horror
1 month, 1 week ago

‘What was their fault’: Eyewitnesses recount New Delhi station stampede horror

Hindustan Times  

Blocked staircase, crowding near escalators and platforms, passengers gasping for air, people running and falling over each other – the horrifying scenes at the New Delhi Railway Station on Saturday night led to the deaths of at least 18 passengers who were to board trains to attend the Maha Kumbh. The massive stampede left thousands trapped at the NDLS as …

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
Top News
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 …

Children among 18 killed in stampede at New Delhi train station in India
1 month, 1 week ago

Children among 18 killed in stampede at New Delhi train station in India

Al Jazeera  

Indian officials said the accident happened amid a surge of passengers waiting for trains to attend a major Hindu religious festival. Ten women and three children were among at least 18 people killed in a crowd crush at a train station in India’s capital New Delhi, as thousands of Hindu pilgrims waited to board trains to attend the annual Mahakumbh …

Stampede at New Dehli train station kills ‘unspecified number of people’
1 month, 1 week ago

Stampede at New Dehli train station kills ‘unspecified number of people’

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 A stampede has killed an …

Ten Hindu pilgrims killed in highway crash on way to Maha Kumbh festival
1 month, 1 week ago

Ten Hindu pilgrims killed in highway crash on way to Maha Kumbh festival

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 10 people were …

10 Maha Kumbh devotees killed as their car collides with bus in Prayagraj
1 month, 1 week ago

10 Maha Kumbh devotees killed as their car collides with bus in Prayagraj

Live Mint  

As many as 10 Maha Kumbh devotees were killed in a tragic accident as their car collided with a bus in the Meja police station area of Uttar Pradesh's Prayagraj late on Friday night, police said on Saturday. Deputy Commissioner of Police Vivek Chandra Yadav said devotees from Chhattisgarh were heading to the Maha Kumbh to take a dip when …

10 Kumbh devotees killed in car-bus collision on highway in Prayagraj
1 month, 1 week ago

10 Kumbh devotees killed in car-bus collision on highway in Prayagraj

India Today  

At least 10 people, all of whom were devotees from Chhattisgarh headed towards the Maha Kumbh Mela in Uttar Pradesh's Prayagraj, died after their Bolero car collided with a bus on the Mirzapur-Prayagraj highway, police said. On Tuesday, seven people from Andhra Pradesh, who were returning from the Maha Kumbh, died after their tempo traveller collided with a truck on …

New Delhi, India: At least 18 dead in crush at train station as crowds head for Maha Kumbh Mela, Indian media reports
1 month, 1 week ago

New Delhi, India: At least 18 dead in crush at train station as crowds head for Maha Kumbh Mela, Indian media reports

CNN  

Atlanta CNN — At least 18 people were killed in a crowd crush at a New Delhi railway station Saturday as passengers tried to board trains heading to the world’s largest religious gathering, according to local media citing police. “18 people including 9 women and 5 children lost their lives in the stampede that occurred yesterday around 10 p.m. at …

Maha Kumbh sees record crowds as authorities ensure smooth pilgrim experience
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Maha Kumbh sees record crowds as authorities ensure smooth pilgrim experience

Hindustan Times  

A huge crowd of devotees arrived at the ongoing Maha Kumbh Mela Kshetra on Tuesday to take a holy dip in the Triveni Sangam. On Tuesday, a sizable contingent of worshippers descended at the current Maha Kumbh Mela Kshetra to bathe in the sacred Triveni Sangam. On Monday, Uttar Pradesh Director General of Police Prashant Kumar lauded the efforts of …

7 Kumbh returnees killed after their vehicle collides with truck in Madhya Pradesh
1 month, 2 weeks ago

7 Kumbh returnees killed after their vehicle collides with truck in Madhya Pradesh

India Today  

At least seven people, who were returning from the Maha Kumbh in Uttar Pradesh's Prayagraj, were killed after their tempo traveller collided with a truck on a highway in Madhya Pradesh's Jabalpur district on Tuesday. The devotees were returning after taking a holy dip at the Triveni Sangam - the confluence of the rivers Ganga, Yamuna and the mystical Saraswati …

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 …

Report suggests 79 pilgrims died in Kumbh Mela stampede, far exceeding official toll
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Report suggests 79 pilgrims died in Kumbh Mela stampede, far exceeding official toll

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 79 people died …

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 …

'Not A Big Incident': Hema Malini Calls Kumbh Stampede Claims 'Exaggerated', Oppn Blames 'VIP Treatment' For Remark
1 month, 3 weeks ago

'Not A Big Incident': Hema Malini Calls Kumbh Stampede Claims 'Exaggerated', Oppn Blames 'VIP Treatment' For Remark

ABP News  

BJP MP Hema Malini on Tuesday downplayed the Maha Kumbh stampede in Prayagraj, calling it an exaggerated issue and asserting that the congregation was being managed well. #WATCH | On BJP MP Hema Malini's statement on the Maha Kumbh Stampede, Congress MP Tariq Anwar says, "Hema Malini can never know what it was really like. Things at Maha Kumbh went …

‘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 …

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 …

Maha Kumbh stampede: 'Why hide death toll if there's no wrongdoing?' Akhilesh slams Centre in LS
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Maha Kumbh stampede: 'Why hide death toll if there's no wrongdoing?' Akhilesh slams Centre in LS

New Indian Express  

The former UP chief minister also demanded strict action against those responsible and questioned why the government was suppressing the figures if there had been no wrongdoing. Sharpening his attacks on the Uttar Pradesh government, Akhilesh said that where proper arrangements should have been made, there was political campaigning instead. The SP chief mentioned that the "miraculous thing" is that …

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 …

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 …

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 …

In pictures: Kumbh Mela, the world’s largest religious festival
1 month, 3 weeks ago

In pictures: Kumbh Mela, the world’s largest religious festival

CNN  

Millions of Hindu devotees have joined the world’s largest religious gathering at a holy city in northern India, bathing in its sacred waters in a spectacle of color and devotion. A staggering 400 million people are expected to attend the Maha Kumbh Mela, or the festival of the Sacred Pitcher, which began January 13 and runs until February 26 in …

Ground report: Prayagraj hotels see 60% fall in bookings after Kumbh stampede
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Ground report: Prayagraj hotels see 60% fall in bookings after Kumbh stampede

India Today  

Hotel bookings in Uttar Pradesh's Prayagraj have seen a decline of 40-60 per cent following a stampede at the Maha Kumbh on January 29, which killed 30 people and injured 60 others. India Today TV conducted an on-ground investigation about the cancelled hotel bookings in Prayagraj, with 40-60 per cent of pilgrims cancelling their visits. Although few hotel managers have …

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 …

In pictures: Kumbh Mela, the world’s largest religious festival
1 month, 3 weeks ago

In pictures: Kumbh Mela, the world’s largest religious festival

CNN  

Millions of Hindu devotees have joined the world’s largest religious gathering at a holy city in northern India, bathing in its sacred waters in a spectacle of color and devotion. A staggering 400 million people are expected to attend the Maha Kumbh Mela, or the festival of the Sacred Pitcher, which began January 13 and runs until February 26 in …

Supreme Court says Kumbh stampede unfortunate but rejects plea: Go to High Court
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Supreme Court says Kumbh stampede unfortunate but rejects plea: Go to High Court

India Today  

The Supreme Court on Monday called the Maha Kumbh stampede, which claimed the lives of 30 people on January 29, an "unfortunate" incident and rejected the plea seeking action against Uttar Pradesh officials. The court told the petitioner, Advocate Vishal Tiwari, to approach the Allahabad High Court. The plea, filed by Advocate Vishal Tiwari, argued that the Yogi Adityanath government …

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 …

UP CM Yogi Meets Maha Kumbh Stampede Victims At Prayagraj Hospital, Slams Sanatan Dharma ‘Opponents’
1 month, 3 weeks ago

UP CM Yogi Meets Maha Kumbh Stampede Victims At Prayagraj Hospital, Slams Sanatan Dharma ‘Opponents’

ABP News  

Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Saturday visited the Maha Kumbh for the first time since the stampede on January 29, and met the victims of the tragic incident at a hospital in Prayagraj. VIDEO | Uttar Pradesh CM Yogi Adityanath meets Maha Kumbh stampede victims at a hospital in Prayagraj. "I would thus like to greatly appreciate all …

‘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 …

Had Kumbh tragedy happened in Oppn.-ruled State, BJP would have sought President’s Rule: TMC MP Abhishek Banerjee
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1 month, 3 weeks ago

Had Kumbh tragedy happened in Oppn.-ruled State, BJP would have sought President’s Rule: TMC MP Abhishek Banerjee

The Hindu  

With the toll of pilgrims from West Bengal in the Maha Kumbh tragedy rising to four, Trinamool Congress general secretary Abhishek Banerjee on Friday targeted Uttar Pradesh for investing more on publicity of the event than in planning and proper arrangements. Describing the stampede as “extremely unfortunate” the Diamond Harbour MP said if so many people were visiting the Maha …

At the Maha Kumbh Mela, faith and fatalities
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1 month, 3 weeks ago

At the Maha Kumbh Mela, faith and fatalities

The Hindu  

It is dark and chaotic at 11 p.m. on January 29. Editorial | Deaths after the surge: On the stampede at the Maha Kumbh Five hours earlier, Roniyar received what he describes as a “miracle call”. “As the gates were shut, some people collided with those coming from the other direction,” says Vijay Yadav, 42, from Kushinagar, Uttar Pradesh. Ajay …

Mahakumbh stampede: Two more West Bengal pilgrims succumb to injuries
Top News
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Mahakumbh stampede: Two more West Bengal pilgrims succumb to injuries

Hindustan Times  

Two more people from West Bengal have died in the stampede at the Maha Kumbh in Uttar Pradesh’s Prayagraj, their family members said, taking the toll of fatalities from the eastern state to four. Amiya Saha from Baisnabnagar area of Malda district and 35-year-old Binod Ruidas from Jamuria in Paschim Bardhaman were also among the 30 pilgrims who died in …

'Yogi Govt Hiding Fatalities': Akhilesh Yadav's Big Claim Amid Maha Kumbh Stampede
1 month, 3 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, 3 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. …

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