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India news: Discover the latest updates on the Maha Kumbh tragedy in Prayagraj, where a stampede during the Mauni Amavasya holy dip has led to the loss of lives. All updates here.
Maha Kumbh Stampede LIVE updates: A deadly stampede on Wednesday (Jan 29) at the Maha Kumbh Mela in India's Prayagraj, on the Mauni Amavasya ritual, one of the most significant events of the gathering, has dozens of feared casualties. At least 30 people are killed and 60 injured.
Reports indicate that many more were injured after crowd control barriers broke amidst the massive turnout. As millions of pilgrims gathered to take a holy dip at the Triveni Sangam, the situation became chaotic, revealing survivors while recalling the crushing crowds. Local authorities are still assessing the full extent of the injuries, while rescue operations continue.