What led to the deadly Kolkata Durga Puja stampede that claimed 19 lives?
- At least 19 people died & 25 were injured in a stampede at Kolkata's Chorbagan Durga Puja pandal on Saturday.
- Heavy rain triggered a sudden crowd surge as visitors rushed through narrow entry & exit routes.
- • A misleading announcement about the pandal possibly collapsing reportedly caused panic, worsening the crowd crush.
- Police cited poor crowd management & inadequate security. Seven people were arrested as investigations continued.
Source: timesofindia.indiatimes.com
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