Stampede At Maha Kumbh 2025: At Least 30 Dead, 60 Injured
Prayagraj, Uttar Pradesh: A stampede occurred at the Sangam Nose area of Maha Kumbh in Prayagraj that led to the death of at least 30 people and injured over 60, said Vaibhav Krishna, DIG Mahakumbh. Out of those killed, 25 bodies have reportedly been identified. Around 36 people are currently undergoing treatment.
The tragic incident took place around 1:30 am on Wednesday during the Mauni Amavasya Shahi Snan, one of the most auspicious bathing days of the Kumbh.
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Tragic scenes at #MahaKumbh2025 as a stampede claims 15 lives. Urgent need for better crowd management to prevent such heartbreaking incidents. Thoughts and prayers with the families of the victims. #MahakumbhStampede #MahaKumbhMela2025 pic.twitter.com/kQBrN2GkGM
— Spandan Gain (@GainSpandanLIVE) January 29, 2025
Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath quickly responded to the situation as he posted a message on social media advising devotees to follow instructions issued by the administration.
“Maha Kumbh-2025, dear devotees come to Prayagraj, Take a bath at the ghat of Mother Ganga near which you are, do not try to go towards Sangam Nose. All of you should follow the instructions of the administration and cooperate in making arrangements. People are bathing peacefully at all the ghats of Sangam. Do not pay any attention to any rumours.” he said.
महाकुम्भ-2025, प्रयागराज आए प्रिय श्रद्धालुओं,
माँ गंगा के जिस घाट के आप समीप हैं, वहीं स्नान करें, संगम नोज की ओर जाने का प्रयास न करें।
आप सभी प्रशासन के निर्देशों का अनुपालन करें, व्यवस्था बनाने में सहयोग करें।
संगम के सभी घाटों पर शांतिपूर्वक स्नान हो रहा है। किसी भी अफवाह…
— Yogi Adityanath (@myogiadityanath) January 29, 2025
Special executive officer Akanksha Rana stated that the situation was not serious, and the injured were receiving medical treatment.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi has taken cognisance of the incident and said that he is continuously monitoring the situation.
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Home Minister Amit Shah has also assured full support from the Centre. The National Security Guard (NSG) commandos have taken control of the Sangam area to prevent further chaos.
The Akharas have cancelled the Shahi Snan due to the stampede, and devotees are being advised to take the holy dip at the ghat nearest to them that Jagadguru Swami Rambhadracharya Ji made an urgent appeal to devotees attending the Maha Kumbh Mela in Prayagraj on Wednesday, advising them to prioritise their safety amid massive crowds.
In a self-made video, he said, “Due to the large crowd gathered in Prayagraj today, please do not insist on taking a holy dip only at the Sangam Ghat. For now, stay within your camps and ensure your safety. This appeal comes after reports of injuries and chaos due to the massive turnout of 80-100 million people for the ‘Amrit Snan’ marking ‘Mauni Amavasya’.”
जगद्गुरु रामभद्राचार्य ने महाकुंभ में मची भगदड़ पर कहा है कि महाकुंभ में क्षमता से ज्यादा भीड़ पहुंच गई है. उन्होंने संगम का आग्रह छोड़ने की अपील की है. अपने निकट के घाट पर स्नान करें. #mahakumbhstampede pic.twitter.com/G3T1455hyz
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