Topic: Mahakumbh

The tragedy took place when massive crowds gathered to take a holy dip on Mauni Amavasya.

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In an X post, Yadav criticised the state govt for failing to deliver on its promises of a 'world-class system' and called for the resignation of those responsible for the incident.

The incident occurred in the early hours as millions of devotees gathered to take a holy dip on the occasion of Mauni Amavasya.

SP chief Akhilesh Yadav also made several suggestions for the BJP govt, saying that these should not be considered complaints.

PM is closely monitoring the situation & is in contact with state govt. Video & photos after stampede show bodies being taken away on stretchers, people sitting on the ground crying.

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Shri Manoj Kithania, Trustee of Shree Khatu Shyam Vishal Mandir Delhi Dham and Shree Aggarsain International Hospital Rohini Delhi, along with his family members, Saurabh Kithania and Prateek Kithania, extend their heartfelt wishes to all participants in this momentous event.

Global media also covers Jaishankar's characterisation of India-China relations as based on 'mutual respect, sensitivity, and interests', alongside Oyo's new moralistic policy.

The video has been shared on social media with the false claim the man is a Muslim named Abdul. However, police confirm his name is Vinod & that he was unaware of the posters.