Maha Kumbh 2025: Stampede at Sangam on Mauni Amavasya Leaves 15 Feared Dead
Several Akhadas have cancelled the ‘Shahi Snan’ following the stampede.
Image Source: DY365
Several people are feared dead following a stampede at the Maha Kumbh Mela in Prayagraj, Uttar Pradesh, on Wednesday. The incident occurred as massive crowds gathered to take a holy dip in the Ganga on Mauni Amavasya, one of the most sacred days of the festival. Lakhs of devotees had assembled at the site when chaos ensued.
A large number of ambulances rushed to the ghats, transporting the injured to the central hospital within the Mela grounds for treatment. Sources, speaking to HT on condition of anonymity, reported that at least 15 bodies had been brought to the hospital. The situation turned critical at the Sangam in the early hours of Wednesday as the swelling crowd led to a stampede-like scenario during the ongoing Maha Kumbh.
As the pressure of devotees intensified during the Mauni Amavasya ‘Amrit Snan,’ Mela authorities were compelled to disperse people. Public announcements urged pilgrims to vacate the ghats promptly after completing their ritual bath.
Amid the ensuing chaos, several devotees were forced to leave without taking their sacred dip. In response to the tragic incident, multiple Akhadas called off their traditional ‘Amrit Snan’ for Mauni Amavasya, even as a large number of worshippers continued their holy bath at the Sangam and other ghats across the Mela grounds.
News India Official
Team Profile
- Freelance Journalist
- Aryan Gulati is a dedicated media student based in Meerut with a wealth of experience in various newspapers and media houses. He has numerous published articles and specializes in political and crime news writing, demonstrating a strong commitment to impactful journalism.
Latest entries
News3 February 2025Maha Kumbh Stampede: Investigation Suggests a ‘Conspiracy,’ BJP MP Informs Parliament
News3 February 2025BJP MPs File a Privilege Motion Against Sonia Gandhi Regarding her Comment on President Murmu
News2 February 2025Arvind Kejriwal Urges Election Commission to Take Action Against BJP Over ‘Attack on AAP Volunteers’
News2 February 2025UP: Muzaffarnagar Woman Raped, Killed by Brother-in-law, Wanted to Marry Her
