A major incident unfolded on the evening of Durga Saptami in West Bengal's capital, Kolkata, during ongoing festive celebrations. A heavy surge of devotees at the Chorbagan public Durga Puja pandal in northern Kolkata led to chaotic scenes and a stampede-like situation. At least 25 individuals sustained injuries in the crush and were promptly rushed to nearby hospitals for urgent medical attention. Several of the injured are reported to be in critical condition, prompting heightened medical responses.
Chief Minister Visits Hospital
Upon receiving news of the accident at the northern Kolkata pandal, Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari rushed to the hospital to meet the injured individuals and assess their medical care. Local authorities and medical personnel are working intensively to stabilize the victims. The unexpected chaos during the festivities has drawn immediate administrative focus toward crowd control and safety measures at major gathering sites.
Helpline Issued for Families
To assist concerned relatives and provide official updates regarding the incident, the West Bengal government has activated a toll-free helpline. Citizens seeking information about the accident can reach out by calling 18003455678. Authorities have urged the public to cooperate with emergency responders and utilize the official helpline for accurate updates.
