Tragedy Strikes New Delhi Railway Station, Leaving 15 Dead in Crowded Unrest

Reports from eyewitnesses reveal a chaotic scene, as the rush of people overwhelmed the authorities, leading to a deadly crush.

A sudden surge of human traffic at New Delhi Railway Station turned tragic as recent reports confirm that at least 15 individuals lost their lives in a crush, with 10 others sustaining injuries. The chaos unfolded amidst an exodus of passengers traveling to the Kumbh Mela celebration, a prominent Hindu festival drawing crowds from across the nation.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi expressed condolences via a post on social media platform X, stating his thoughts were with those mourning their loved ones. According to Dr. Ritu Saxena, deputy medical superintendent at Lok Nayak Hospital, she verified the count of 15 fatalities arriving at her facility.

Reports from various sources indicate that out of those deceased, three were children and a majority were women. Eyewitness accounts describe an almost stampede-like urgency, with individuals like Ruby Devi stating the crowd was so immense that access to the station was nearly impossible. Another onlooker noted that despite police efforts to manage the influx, the sheer number of people created a highly dangerous scenario. Initially, Indian railways had downplayed notions of a stampede, labeling them as mere speculation, yet later confirmed that several individuals had indeed been injured and required medical attention.

This tragic event follows another recent incident linked to the Kumbh Mela, where prior overcrowding had resulted in numerous fatalities. The ongoing investigation will shed light on how measures can be improved to prevent such calamities in the future.