Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 08:36am on 29 Jan 2025,Wednesday India
At least 10 people are feared dead and dozens injured in a stampede at the Maha Kumbh in Prayagraj. The incident occurred around 2 am when thousands of devotees broke barricades while heading to the Triveni Sangam for a holy dip on Mauni Amavasya. Uttar Pradesh CM Yogi Adityanath confirmed the situation was under control and urged devotees to avoid rumors. Prime Minister Modi expressed condolences and hoped for the injured's speedy recovery. The Akharas will proceed with a scaled-down Amrit Snan after the crowd thins. Over 10 crore devotees are expected at the event.
