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State Health Minister Vishwajit Rane said at least 30 people sustained injuries, of which eight are in critical condition.
His 35-year-old mother was killed in the stampede that took place on December 4, 2024.
The announcement that Prayagraj Special would arrive at Platform 16 created panic among the pasengers who were waiting to board the Prayagraj Express at Platform 14.
Preliminary findings indicate that overcrowding linked to train services for the Maha Kumbh in Prayagraj caused the situation.
Kozhikode district administration has decided to take stringent action against those who are violating the rules related to elephant parading.
Autopsy of the three people killed in the mishap completed.
Sudhakaran, who stays nearby, was walking towards the temple when he saw a panicked crowd scampering all over the premises.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi responded to the incident, calling it 'extremely saddening,' and stated that the local administration was providing all possible assistance.
Chaos erupted in Prayagraj’s Sangam area as Maha Kumbh pilgrims rushed for the Mauni Amavasya holy dip.
The event, which is considered the largest religious congregation in the world, has experienced similar stampedes in the past, too.
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