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Hindu Festival Stampede Kills 19 in India
A stampede at a Hindu festival in eastern India leaves 19 dead, prompting an investigation.
In brief
A stampede at a Hindu festival in eastern India leaves 19 dead, prompting an investigation. At least 19 people died during a stampede at a Durga Puja festival in Kolkata, India, as rain triggered a crowd crush. Originally reported by Seattletimes.
Stampede at Durga Puja Festival
A stampede during a major Hindu festival in eastern India’s West Bengal state left at least 19 people dead.
Cause of Stampede
Crowd ran for cover as rain began during Durga Puja, causing worshippers to fall and trigger the stampede.
Official Response
Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari reported 19 deaths and 25 injured, announcing a judicial investigation and detaining security personnel.
Safety Measures
Authorities closed several high-traffic venues after the stampede, citing crowd control and safety lapses.
In short
At least 19 people died during a stampede at a Durga Puja festival in Kolkata, India, as rain triggered a crowd crush.
