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30 die in stampede at Kumbh on morning of auspicious dip

IndiaTimes Wednesday, 29 January 2025
At least 30 pilgrims were killed and over 60 injured during a stampede at Prayagraj's Maha Kumbh event on Wednesday. The tragedy occurred as crowds surged for a dip at the Sangam on the auspicious 'mauni amavasya', causing barricades to collapse and leading to chaos. CM Yogi Adityanath announced ex gratia for victims' families and initiated a judicial probe.
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A tragic stampede has been reported at Maha Kumbh 2025 in Prayagraj ahead of the sacred 'Manu Amavasya' holy dip. Several people are feared dead, and many others injured as massive crowds surged towards the ghats. Authorities are on high alert, and rescue operations are underway. Stay tuned for...

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