19 Dead In Kolkata Durga Puja Pandal Stampede, Organisers Among 10 Detained
- A stampede at the Chorbagan Durga Puja pandal in Kolkata killed 19 people and injured 24 others.
- Kolkata Police arrested seven people, including puja committee officials and crowd-management workers, while others were detained for questioning.
- A court remanded the seven arrested people to police custody until October 28; their lawyer said they were outsiders who tried to help during the emergency.
- The West Bengal government announced compensation of Rs 25 lakh and a job for each deceased person’s family as investigations continued.
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During the Hindu festival Durga Puja many people flock to a pavilion in Kolkata. At the exit there is a deadly crowd.
Kolkata Durga Puja pandal stampede: 7 accused sent to 10-day police custody
A stampede at the Chorbagan Durga Puja pandal resulted in 19 deaths and injuries to several others. Seven individuals connected to the incident have been remanded to police custody for investigation. The West Bengal government announced compensation of Rs 25 lakh and a job for each deceased's family. Political leaders have called for a thorough inquiry and accountability for those responsible.
Kolkata Pandal Stampede: Seven Accused Remanded to 10-day Police Custody
Get latest articles and stories on India at LatestLY. The Bankshal Court on Sunday remanded seven people arrested in connection with the Chorbagan Durga Puja pandal stampede to police custody for 10 days. Police had sought a 14-day remand. India News | Kolkata Pandal Stampede: Seven Accused Remanded to 10-day Police Custody.
Kolkata Durga Puja Stampede Kills 19, Probe Demanded, Pandal Crowd Safety Guidelines Issued
A stampede at a Durga Puja pandal in Chorbagan, Kolkata, resulted in nineteen deaths, prompting calls for an investigation into the cause and crowd management lapses. The state leadership, including the chief minister, health minister, and chief secretary, visited the location, while medical assistance was arranged for the injured. Officials stated that negligence contributes to such tragedies at major religious gatherings. Following the inciden…
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