On Wednesday, Prime Minister Narendra Modi offered his deepest condolences to the devotees who lost their family members in the stampede at the Maha Kumbh, describing the tragedy as extremely saddening. A stampede broke out in Prayagraj at the Maha Kumbh as thousands of thousands pilgrims visit the Triveni Sangam for the ‘Amrit Snan’ on the auspicious occasion of Mauni Amavasya. Several people have been injured and Prime Minister Narendra Modi has also confirmed deaths in the tragedy.
In a post on X, he said the local administration in Prayagraj is giving all possible help to the victims and wished a speedy recovery to the injured. He said, “I have been speaking to Chief Minister Yogi ji and am in constant touch with the state government.” A stampede broke out at the Sangam area of the Maha Kumbh early Wednesday as crores of pilgrims jostled for space to take a holy dip on the occasion of Mauni Amavasya. Several casualties are feared.
While addressing a public gathering in the national capital ahead of the Delhi Polls, PM Modi has spoken about the stampede at Maha Kumbh and has confirmed deaths. He has said, “We have lost a few lives, several people are injured. I am saddened to lose lives on an auspicious day and am praying for the souls of those departed in the stampede.” He further said, “I am constantly in touch with the state government.”
Here is a list of essential helpline numbers for those who are in Prayagraj for the Maha Kumbh or have their loved ones visiting the religious gathering…
Maha Kumbh Helpline Number: 1920
Mela Police Helpline Number: 1944
Fire Services Number: 1945
Food and Supplies: 1010
Ambulance Helpline: 102/108
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