#WATCH | Drone visuals from the Ghats of Triveni as a huge number of devotees reach for the Amrit Snan on the occasion of Mauni Amavasya. pic.twitter.com/3Klik3sF8q
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Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 04:32am on 29 Jan 2025,Wednesday International
A stampede at Maha Kumbh in Prayagraj during Mauni Amavasya claimed 15 lives and injured dozens. The incident occurred at 2:30 am near Triveni Sangam when the crowd became uncontrollable. Bird-eye view visuals revealed crores gathered for the holy dip despite the tragedy. Several akharas postponed their amrit snan to prevent further chaos. Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath urged devotees to avoid Sangam Nose and use other ghats. Rescue operations continued as authorities worked to control the situation. Mauni Amavasya remains one of the most sacred events, attracting millions of pilgrims for spiritual rituals.
