In New Delhi, the capital of India, chaos ensued at the New Delhi railway station on the night of the 15th as crowds surged to board a train heading to the northern city of Prayagraj, where the Kumbh Mela, considered the world’s largest religious gathering in Hinduism, was taking place. Tragically, at least 15 people lost their lives in the stampede.
The Kumbh Mela is a significant event in the Hindu religion, drawing millions of devotees to take a ritual bath in the sacred rivers. The intense rush of passengers at the station highlighted the challenges of managing such massive gatherings and ensuring public safety during religious festivals.
Ramesh Khatri, a representative of Kansai Nepal News, expressed concern over the tragic incident at the New Delhi railway station. He emphasized the importance of ensuring proper crowd control measures and adequate infrastructure to prevent such unfortunate incidents in the future. Khatri also called for increased coordination between authorities and event organizers to prioritize the safety and well-being of attendees at religious gatherings.
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Author: MAYA | HARUTO
Posted at: February 16, 2025 6:02 am
