Multiple deaths reported in stampede at Kolkata Durga Puja pandal

A tragic stampede occurred at a Durga Puja pandal in north Kolkata, leaving several people feared dead and numerous others injured. The incident unfolded during what is typically a festive period as the city celebrates the major Hindu festival.

Emergency response teams arrived at the scene to manage the situation and evacuate the injured. Those hurt in the stampede have been transported to Calcutta Medical College and Hospital, where they are receiving medical attention.

The exact cause of the stampede-like situation remains under investigation. Authorities are working to establish the sequence of events that led to the incident and determine the precise casualty toll.

The incident has dampened celebrations in the affected area as investigations continue into the circumstances surrounding the tragedy.