Tag: Maha Kumbh Mela incident

Akhilesh Yadav Calls for Army to Oversee Maha Kumbh Management Following Stampede

In a strong statement posted on X, Yadav criticized the Uttar Pradesh government, accusing it of failing to implement its promised "world-class system."

January 29, 2025

Mahakumbh Stampede: “Situation in Prayagraj is Under Control,” Assures CM Yogi Adityanath

The heavy crowding led to a few devotees suffering injuries when they attempted to cross barricades along Akhara Marg.

January 29, 2025

CM Yogi Closely Monitoring Mahakumbh Situation from War Room

Prime Minister Narendra Modi has also been closely monitoring the situation, while Union Home Minister Amit Shah has assured the state of full support from the Centre in handling the situation.

January 29, 2025

Akhilesh Yadav Blames Mismanagement for Stampede at Maha Kumbh, Calls for Immediate Relief Measures

Yadav further called for the Shahi Snan on Mauni Amavasya to proceed alongside relief efforts, maintaining the tradition while ensuring the safety of devotees.

January 29, 2025

PM Modi Monitors Mahakumbh Situation, Speaks to UP CM for the Third Time Following Stampede-like Incident

Union Home Minister Amit Shah has also reached out to CM Yogi Adityanath to offer his support and assure full assistance from the Centre.

January 29, 2025

Akharas to Resume ‘Amrit Snan’; CM Appeals to Devotees to Follow Administration’s Guidelines

"We are in regular contact with the Mela administration, and there is no rush. We can perform the snan even at night, as today is Mauni Amavasya," Puri said.

January 29, 2025

PM Modi Contacts UP CM Yogi Adityanath Twice in an Hour After Stampede-like Situation at Mahakumbh

He assured full support from the Centre to manage the situation.

January 29, 2025

“Akharas Will Not Participate in Snan Today,” Says Akhil Bharatiya Akhara Parishad President Ravindra Puri

Sadhvi Niranjan Jyoti also expressed her sadness over the incident, stressing that the entire Mela Kshetra is sacred, not just the Triveni Ghat.

January 29, 2025

PM Modi Talks to UP CM Yogi on Maha Kumbh Mela Incident, Urges Swift Action

According to Special Executive Officer Akanksha Rana, the chaos occurred in the early hours of Wednesday when some barriers broke, leading to a stampede-like situation.

January 29, 2025