💨 Abstract

A deadly stampede at India's Maha Kumbh Mela festival in Prayagraj occurred due to a massive, unexpected crowd of 80 million devotees wanting to reach the main bathing area, despite police warnings of a crowd surge. Police did not respond to pleas to open barricaded routes, leading to panic, fainting, and a stampede that resulted in at least 30 deaths.

Courtesy: theprint.in

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