India Launches Probe into Deadly Kumbh Mela Stampede
Indian authorities have launched a judicial probe into a stampede at the Kumbh Mela festival that killed dozens of devotees during a sacred ‘royal dip’ in Prayagraj.
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Indian authorities have launched a judicial probe into a stampede at the Kumbh Mela festival that killed dozens of devotees during a sacred ‘royal dip’ in Prayagraj.
Indian authorities have ordered a probe into the deadly stampede at the Maha Kumbh Mela that killed dozens of devotees. The tragedy highlights the need for improved crowd management at the world’s largest religious festival.
At least 130 people died in a stampede during an overcrowded religious gathering in Hathras, Uttar Pradesh, India. Authorities confirmed the event exceeded attendance limits, hosting over 80,000 attendees.