During the annual Durga Puja celebrations in Kolkata, a sudden stampede on a crowded street caused a fatality. The incident happened in the evening as devotees gathered near a major temple site. First responders reported that the crush resulted from a sudden rush of people into a narrow passage. Police are conducting an investigation into the circumstances and are reviewing crowd management protocols.
Local authorities have urged temple committees and event organizers to enforce stricter crowd control measures. Officials also plan to review the layout of the procession route to prevent similar incidents in the future. The incident has sparked a debate on safety standards during the festival season.
The city’s police have opened a preliminary inquiry, and the victim’s family is seeking clarity on how the tragedy unfolded. Authorities have announced that they will provide detailed findings once the investigation is complete.
