Following the incident, both Prime Minister Modi and Union Home Minister Amit Shah reached out to Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath, offering full support from the Centre.
January 29, 2025Heavy security was deployed around the Triveni Sangam to ensure the safety of the saints and Akharas as they made their way for the holy dip.
January 29, 2025In 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, 2025The heavy crowding led to a few devotees suffering injuries when they attempted to cross barricades along Akhara Marg.
January 29, 2025Yadav 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, 2025Union 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"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, 2025He assured full support from the Centre to manage the situation.
January 29, 2025Sadhvi Niranjan Jyoti also expressed her sadness over the incident, stressing that the entire Mela Kshetra is sacred, not just the Triveni Ghat.
January 29, 2025According 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.
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