Prayagraj, January 29, 2025: A stampede occurred at the Maha Kumbh in Prayagraj, Uttar Pradesh, leaving over 30 individuals feared injured. The incident took place during the ongoing religious event, causing panic among devotees. Authorities have initiated emergency response protocols, with medical teams dispatched to the site to provide immediate assistance to the injured. Local hospitals are on high alert as they prepare for an influx of casualties.
In response to the tragedy, Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Union Home Minister Amit Shah have reached out to Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath. Both leaders have expressed concern over the incident and are being briefed on the ongoing situation. Authorities have promised a thorough investigation into the cause of the stampede and assured that steps are being taken to maintain safety and prevent further incidents at the Maha Kumbh.
