CM Yogi Assures Control After Stampede-Like Scene At Mahakumbh; 10 Crore Devotees Present

Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 05:36am on 29 Jan 2025,Wednesday India

After stampede-like scenes at Prayagraj's Mahakumbh on Mauni Amavasya, Uttar Pradesh CM Yogi Adityanath declared the situation "under control." The chaos, caused by devotees crossing barricades, left some injured. Despite the heavy rush of nearly 10 crore attendees, the 'Amrit Snan' continues. Adityanath emphasized the administration's efforts, with PM Modi and Union Ministers closely monitoring the situation. Advanced safety measures, including 2,700 AI-powered cameras and 1,000 police officers, were in place. Religious gatherings, like this, remain challenging for crowd control. Mauni Amavasya, a holy day for a purifying dip at Triveni Sangam, witnessed record attendance.

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