Stampede in Kolkata at Chorbagan Pandal, as many 19 people have died and more than 25 have been injured.
The incident occurred at around 7 pm. The stampede in Kolkata pandal started amid heavy rain and lightning. Most among the dead are women and children. Festive celebrations turn into chaos as panic grips the pandal.
Police say overcrowding amid rain triggered the stampede as visitors flocked to festival pandals. Police have detained event organizer, private security personnel for questioning.
Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari visited Kolkata Medical College and Hospital, where the injured were being treated, and announced a compensation package for the victims’ families.
The PM condoled the deaths on X and said, “The stampede in Kolkata is saddening. Condolences to the bereaved families. Wishing the injured a speedy recovery. The West Bengal Government is providing all possible help to the affected families.”
Details posted on X by the WB CM on the Stampede in Kolkata
The CM posted on X and wrote, “Deeply saddened and shocked by the tragic stampede at the Chorbagan Puja pandal at North Kolkata today. My heartfelt condolences go out to the bereaved families who have lost their loved ones in this devastating incident.”
He further added, “The Chief Secretary, Home Secretary, DGP, CP & Senior Officials are with me, we are continuously monitoring the situation. Cabinet Colleagues and Rajya Sabha MP Shri Samik Bhattacharya accompanied me when I personally visited the injured at the Hospital. We are continuously taking stock of ground operations.”
“Our immediate priority is providing immediate medical care to the injured and extending every possible support and assistance to the affected families,” the CM informed.
“As per reports, 17 individuals have tragically lost their lives, and 25 people are currently undergoing treatment. One person remains in critical condition under close observation.”
“The State Government has announced Rs. 25 lakhs and Govt Jobs as compensation for the victims’ families and we will be taking steps for constituting a STF under a Sitting Judge for fair investigation.”
“Praying for the swift and complete recovery of all those injured.
The Emergency Toll-Free Helpline number: 1800 345 5678 has been activated for People in distress.”
At least 17 de*ad, 35 injured in stampede at Kolkata pandal; CM Suvendu rushes to hospital.
The incident took place around 7.40 pm in the Girish Park police station area amid heavy crowds of pandal hoppers and rain.
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