2025-01-29 11:10 AM IST
A stampede occurred early on January 29 at the Triveni Sangam Ghats in Prayagraj, resulting in at least dozens of deaths and many injuries. The chaos began after some barriers broke, causing panic among the massive crowd gathered for the `Amrit Snan` during the ‘Mauni Amavasya’ festival. The injured were quickly taken to the nearby Central Hospital for treatment, and rescue operations are still ongoing. In response to the incident, the administration has asked the `Akharas` to delay their ritual baths for safety. Political leaders have expressed their condolences. Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge shared his sadness on Twitter, while Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath urged devotees to follow safety instructions and avoid overcrowding at the Sangam. He also asked people to take a dip at the nearest Ganga ghat and not to listen to any rumors. Samajwadi Party Chief Akhilesh Yadav questioned the mismanagement at Maha Kumbh in a tweet. The head of Niranjani Akhara, Kailashanand Giri Maharaj, announced that their group would not perform the ritual bath on January 29. Prime Minister Narendra Modi spoke with Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath to review the situation and called for immediate support measures to assist those affected.
