Updated 23:57 IST, January 29th 2025
Maha Kumbh Stampede: CM Yogi Orders Judicial Probe, Announces Rs 25 Lakh Ex-Gratia For Victims' Kin
Mahakumbh Stampede News Live Updates: PM Modi spoke to UP CM Yogi on the situtaion which has caused panic among devotees. CM Yogi has addressed media and urges devotees to take bath at nearest ghat.
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A stampede broke out at Mahakumbh in Prayagraj in the early hours of Wednesday, causing some injuries and several people feared dead. Prime Minister Narendra Modi has spoken to Uttar Pradesh CM Yogi Adityanath three times since the incident, which has caused panic and tension among the devotees. Rescue operations are ongoing.
On the occasion of Mauni Amavasya, over 80 to 100 million people are expected to gather at the Sangam Ghats. The officer mentioned that the incident occurred after some barriers in the area broke, leading to injuries. However, the injured were taken to the hospital for treatment, and it was reiterated that the situation is not serious.
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22:51 IST, January 29th 2025
Maha Kumbh-bound vehicles with large number of devotees stranded on MP-UP border
A large number of vehicles carrying thousands of devotees to Maha Kumbh remained stuck on the border between Madhya Pradesh and Uttar Pradesh on Wednesday due to a huge crowd in Prayagraj, officials said.
The vehicles heading to Prayagraj have been stopped since late last night in various holding areas near Rewa in Madhya Pradesh, they said.
22:46 IST, January 29th 2025
Israel envoy express grief over Maha Kumbh stampede incident
“On the most sacred day of the 144 year Kumbh Mela we were saddened to hear about the tragic incident at Prayagraj #Mahakumbh. Our thoughts are with the families who lost their loved ones, and we wish a speedy recovery to those injured. Wishing the best success to the authorities working on the ground,” Israeli Envoy Reuven Azar posted on X.
22:43 IST, January 29th 2025
Sub-inspector from Bahraich dies on duty at Maha Kumbh
A Bahraich Police sub-inspector who was on duty near the Sangam banks at the Maha Kumbh died on Wednesday.
Official sources quoted by news agency PTI said he complained of a stomachache and suddenly his health deteriorated.
Additional Superintendent of Police (Rural) Durga Prasad Tiwari told reporters in the evening, "The Bahraich police received information that Sub-Inspector Anjani Rai, who was assigned duty at the Maha Kumbh, fell ill around 12:00 noon and passed away."
He said the family was informed immediately and they have reached Prayagraj.
22:39 IST, January 29th 2025
Earthen lamps offered at Dashashwamedh Ghat for those who died in Mahakumbh incident
Earthen lamps were offered at Dashashwamedh Ghat during the Ganga Aarti for those who died in the Prayagraj Mahakumbh incident.
21:45 IST, January 29th 2025
Whatever is lacking in arrangements should be rectified: RJD leader Tejashwi Yadav
On Maha Kumbh stampede, RJD leader Tejashwi Yadav said, "... I will pray to god that the devotees who were deceased in the stampede, their souls rest in peace. I express my condolences to their family. Whatever is lacking in the arrangements (at Maha Kumbh) should be rectified."
21:43 IST, January 29th 2025
Matter of concern and sadness: Jharkhand CM Soren
"If such an incident happens to any person, it is unfortunate. It is a matter of concern and also a matter of sadness.... Efforts should be made to ensure that such an incident does not happen in future," said Jharkhand CM Hemant Soren on the Maha Kumbh stampede incident.
21:31 IST, January 29th 2025
Bengal govt to send team to Maha Kumbh to take stock of situation
The West Bengal government on Wednesday decided to send a team to Maha Kumbh as it did not receive any information from the Uttar Pradesh administration about the condition of pilgrims from the state following a stampede there, a senior official was quoted as saying by news agency PTI.
A team of officials from the Resident Commissioner's office in New Delhi would go to Prayagraj to take stock of the situation, he added.
20:54 IST, January 29th 2025
Local admin should rectify any deficiency in arrangements: VHP
The Vishva Hindu Parishad (VHP) on Wednesday termed the stampede at Maha Kumbh in Prayagraj "very sad" and hoped that the local administration will rectify if there is any deficiency in the arrangements.
VHP president Alok Kumar also expressed his deepest condolences to the families of those killed in the incident and wished for the speedy recovery of all the injured.
He appealed to the political parties to refrain from indulging in any "political blame game", saying it is time to ensure proper treatment of those injured, consoling the families of the deceased and keeping the situation under control.
20:51 IST, January 29th 2025
13 akharas take holy dip at Sangam
The 'Amrit Snan' by saints and seers of all 13 akharas on Mauni Amavasya, which was deferred after a stampede at the Maha Kumbh here, concluded at the Sangam on Wednesday evening, officials said.
The bathing ritual of akharas, which commenced in the afternoon after crowd control measures were implemented, ended by about 7.30 pm, they said.
20:42 IST, January 29th 2025
In touch with UP govt to bring back body of devotee: Assam CM Himanta Biswa Sarma
"The UP government is making every effort to ensure that Kumbh is a success. I pay my respect to the devotees who passed away. A devotee from Assam also passed away. We are talking to the UP government to bring his body back home," said Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma.
20:32 IST, January 29th 2025
Routes were choked in Prayagraj due to immense pressure: UP CM
"This was the main snan of Kumbh and due to immense pressure (large number of devotees) in Prayagraj, routes were choked. The administration was making attempts since last night to clear those routes. After this incident, Akharas postponed the Amrit Snan there on the request of Mela administration, which was supposed to begin at 4 am. Amrit Snan began in the afternoon, in which all the akharas participated in it..." said UP CM Yogi Adityanath.
20:28 IST, January 29th 2025
Administation fulfilling duties but we should follow self-discipline as well: Baba Ramdev
"I appeal to anyone visiting Maha Kumbh that the Government and the Administration are fulfiling their duties, but we should follow self-discipline as well. The first characteristic of Dharma is patience. If you don't get a chance to go to the Sangam, take a dip wherever you get a place. I pray for the salvation of those who have passed away," said Baba Ramdev.
20:25 IST, January 29th 2025
Govt should review their preparations: AAP MP Raghav Chaddha
"...I pray to Mahadev that the souls of the deceased rest in peace. I hope the injured recover quickly. The government should review their preparations to make them better and avoid such incidents in the future," AAP MP Raghav Chaddha said.
19:49 IST, January 29th 2025
Chief Secretary and DGP will visit Prayagraj: UP CM Yogi Adityanath
"We are also announcing financial assistance of Rs 25 lakh each to the families of the deceased who have lost their lives in the accident on behalf of the state government. The judicial commission will look into the entire matter and submit its report to the state government within a time limit. In this regard, the Chief Secretary and the DGP will themselves visit Prayagraj once and look into all those issues if required," said UP CM Yogi Adityanath.
19:40 IST, January 29th 2025
Ex-Gratia of Rs 25 lakh announced for kin of deceased
UP Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath announced ex-Gratia of Rs 25 lakh for kin of deceased.
19:37 IST, January 29th 2025
Judicial inquiry will be conducted into Maha Kumbh stampede incident: UP CM Yogi
The investigation will be conducted under Justice Harsh Kumar. A three-member committee will investigate the incident, said UP CM Yogi Adityanath.
19:34 IST, January 29th 2025
‘This incident is also a lesson for us’: CM Yogi
While addressing the stampede incident, UP CM Yogi Adityanath said, “This incident is also a lesson for us.”
19:32 IST, January 29th 2025
'The incident took place as the crowd broke...': CM Yogi
On Mahakumbh stampede, Uttar Pradesh CM Yogi Adityanath says "A large number of devotees had gathered in Prayagraj since 7 PM yesterday to take a holy dip on Mauni Amavasya. An unfortunate incident took place on the Akhara Marg in which over 90 people were injured and 30 people died. 36 people are undergoing treatment in Prayagraj. This incident took place as the crowd broke the barricades of the Akhara Marg."
19:30 IST, January 29th 2025
The incident is tragic: CM Yogi
"An accident occurred near Sangam. 30 people have died, and 36 are undergoing treatment. The incident is tragic,” said CM Yogi Adityanath.
19:28 IST, January 29th 2025
CM Yogi breaks down while talking about stampede
Uttar Pradesh CM Yogi breaks down while talking about stampede in Mahakumbh.
18:53 IST, January 29th 2025
Huge crowd gathered on Akhara Marg resulting in breaking of barricades: UP Police
“Before Brahma Muhurta, between 1 am to 2 am, a huge crowd gathered on the Akhara Marg. Due to this crowd, the barricades on the other side broke and the crowd ran over the devotees waiting to take a holy dip of Brahma Muhurta on the other side. About 90 people were taken to the hospital through ambulances but unfortunately, 30 devotees have died. Out of these 30, 25 have been identified and the rest are yet to be identified. These include 4 people are from Karnataka, 1 from Assam, 1 from Gujarat...36 people are being treated at the local medical college,” said DIG Mahakumbh, Vaibhav Krishna.
18:49 IST, January 29th 2025
Police issues Maha Kumbh Stampede Helpline Number
Maha Kumbh Stampede Helpline Number: 1920
18:40 IST, January 29th 2025
30 pilgrims killed in Maha Kumbh stampede
30 pilgrims killed in Maha Kumbh stampede, said UP Police at a press conference.
18:01 IST, January 29th 2025
Probe underway to find out reason for stampede incident: Union Minister Chirag Paswan
"...The investigation into the reasons behind the stampede is ongoing. PM Modi himself is monitoring the situation. This morning, during the Cabinet meeting, the PM expressed his concern over the incident..." said Union Minister Chirag Paswan on the stampede incident.
17:57 IST, January 29th 2025
Don't need to panic: Gurudev Sri Sri Ravi Shankar
"My appeal to people in the Kumbh is don't need to panic. Just be calm, slow down, take your time, don't have to rush. There is no such thing as one particular moment or minute that you have to take a dip. You can take a dip in any of the ghats. When there is a huge crowd. You have to be really watchful" said Gurudev Sri Sri Ravi Shankar.
17:04 IST, January 29th 2025
190 Special trains to run to provide uninterrupted travel for pilgrims: North Central Railway
"It is the holy festival of Mauni Amavasya. After taking a bath, a large number of devotees are coming towards the railway premises... Now slowly the crowd is moving towards the railway station. We have operated a total of more than 80 special trains through about 50 North Central Railway, 13 Northern Railway and 20 North Eastern Railway till noon... The railway administration has planned to run 190 special trains today so that people do not face any inconvenience..." said North Central Railway CPRO Shashikant Tripathi.
16:42 IST, January 29th 2025
5.71 crore people took holy dip in Triveni waters today: UP Govt
Till now over 5.71 crore people have taken a holy dip in Triveni waters today, with more than 19.94 crore people overall till 28th January, said Uttar Pradesh Information Department.
16:40 IST, January 29th 2025
Will clear ghats soon so travellers can take the holy dip: President of Akhil Bharatiya Akhada Parishad, Mahant Ravindra Puri
"We are going for the 'Amrit Snan.' Thousands of sants and naga sanyasis are accompanying me. We'll clear the ghats soon so travellers can take the holy dip..." said President of Akhil Bharatiya Akhada Parishad, Mahant Ravindra Puri.
16:28 IST, January 29th 2025
Administration's orders should have been followed: Parmarth Niketan Ashram President Swami Chidanand Saraswati
"Whatever happened was very unfortunate. The administration's orders and messages should have been followed. People are coming in large numbers and taking a holy dip. I express my condolences to those who lost their lives. I would like to say that PM Modi, CM Yogi and the entire administration are constantly on alert that no untoward incident takes place....I am very happy that the Akhara Parishad said that first devotees will take a holy dip and then we will take the dip..." said Parmarth Niketan Ashram President Swami Chidanand Saraswati.
15:51 IST, January 29th 2025
Spiritual leader Swami Kailashanand Giri takes holy dip in Sangam
"Today we did Ganga Pujan...and worshipped for the peace and prosperity of the people...I want to thank the administration and the CM of Uttar Pradesh for all the arrangements that they made for the 'snan'..." said Spiritual leader Swami Kailashanand Giri.
15:43 IST, January 29th 2025
Devotees must remain patient: Bageshwar Dham Chief Dhirendra Krishna Shastri
On the stampede incident, Bageshwar Dham Chief Dhirendra Krishna Shastri said, "I circulated a video message last night urging devotees to take a holy dip wherever they are. Crores of devotees have gathered here, and the administration is doing everything possible to. The incident that took place last night is heart-wrenching. I just want to say to the devotees to remain patient...The Akharas and Saints decided that they would take a dip in the evening so that devotees do not face difficulties..."
15:34 IST, January 29th 2025
Flower petals showered on saints and seers taking a holy dip at Triveni Sangam
Flower petals showered on saints and seers taking a holy dip at Triveni Sangam on the occasion of Mauni Amavasya.
15:27 IST, January 29th 2025
Saints and Nagas head towards Triveni Sangam for the Amrit Snan
Saints and Nagas head towards Triveni Sangam for the Amrit Snan on the occasion of Mauni Amavasya.
15:26 IST, January 29th 2025
"All three Shankaracharyas of country are going to take a holy dip today: Jagadguru Shankaracharya Swami Avimukteshwaranand Saraswati Maharaj
"All the three Shankaracharyas of the country are going to take a holy dip here today. The incident that took place late last night is unfortunate and everyone is sad but we should be cautious that no such incident happens in the future. I appeal to the devotees to remain patient and take a holy dip anywhere in the Kumbh Kshetra. There is no specific place where devotees should gather to take the dip..." said Jagadguru Shankaracharya Swami Avimukteshwaranand Saraswati Maharaj.
15:24 IST, January 29th 2025
Situation is now under control so we have come to take dip: Acharya Mahamandaleshwar Swami Avdheshanand Giri Maharaj of Juna Akhara
"...We thought that the devotees should not face difficulties because of us and we postponed our Snan. As the situation is now under control, we have come to take the dip. All the Akharas are together going to take the dip. My message is that India should be united and we should not divide on the basis of castes...We are Hindus, we are Sanatanis..." said Acharya Mahamandaleshwar Swami Avdheshanand Giri Maharaj of Juna Akhara.
14:45 IST, January 29th 2025
‘Amrit Snan’ Resumes at Maha Kumbh After Stampede
Amrit Snan resumed at the Mahakumbh after the stampede, with saints beginning the procession at Triveni. Mahant Ravindra Puri, President of Akhil Bharatiya Akhara Parishad, stated that thousands of saints and Nagas are participating in the Amrit Snan and will quickly vacate the ghats to allow all devotees to take their holy dip.
14:53 IST, January 29th 2025
Uttrakhand Govt Issues Helpline for Mahakumbh Devotees.
Uttrakhand Goverment releases toll-free helpine numbers to assist devotees visiting Prayagraj for for Mahakumbh from the state.
Toll-free numbers for citizens attending the Mahakumbh in Prayagraj: 1070, 8218867005, 9058441404
14:53 IST, January 29th 2025
Mahakumbh Stampede: 'Looking Into Causes of This Morning's Incident,' Says DIG Krishna
Mahakumbh DIG Vaibhav Krishna said that the police are looking into the causes of the stampede-like situation that occurred in the early hours of Wednesday.
14:13 IST, January 29th 2025
HM Amit Shah Posts on Stampede at Maha Kumbh After Several Devotees Injured
Home Minister Amit Shah expresses condolences to families of injured devotees in Mahakumbh stampede.
14:13 IST, January 29th 2025
Saints Begin Procession to Triveni Sangam for Second Amrit Snan
After a brief halt due to large crowds, saints began their procession as they headed to the Triveni Sangam for the second Amrit Snan of MahaKumbh 2025 on the occasion of Mauni Amavasya.
14:13 IST, January 29th 2025
President Mrumu Posts on Stampede at Maha Kumbh After Several Devotees Injured
President Mrumu expressed her condolences to families of injured devotees in Mahakumbh stampede.
13:00 IST, January 29th 2025
Essential Helpline Numbers for Maha Kumbh Mela
Maha Kumbh Helpline Number: 1920
Mela Police Helpline Number: 1944
Fire Services Number: 1945
Food and Supplies: 1010
Ambulance Helpline: 102/108
12:12 IST, January 29th 2025
Heavy Crowd at Varanasi Cantt Railway Station for Mahakumbh Commute
Heavy crowd witnessed at Varanasi Cantt Railway Station as the devotees wait for trains to commute to Prayagraj for Mahakumbh.
12:27 IST, January 29th 2025
PM Modi Posts on Stampede at Maha Kumbh After Several Devotees Injured
PM Modi expressed his sadness over the stampede at the Mahakumbh in Prayagraj, offering his deepest condolences to the families of injured devotees. He assured that the local administration is providing all possible assistance and he has been in constant contact with CM Yogi and the state government.
11:53 IST, January 29th 2025
Security Tightened as Devotees Continue to Gather at Ghat for Amrit Snan.
Devotees are gathering in large numbers at the Mahakumbh Mela on the occasion of Mauni Amavasya, with security being tightened ahead of the Amrit Snan. Authorities are ensuring safety as the crowd continues to gather at ghat after stampede.
11:38 IST, January 29th 2025
'Situation Under Control,' Assures Yogi Adityanath
UP CM Yogi appealed to devotees at the ongoing Mahakumbh in Uttar Pradesh's Prayagraj to take a holy dip at the ghats nearest to them and advised to not insist on taking a dip at the Sangam Ghat due to large crowds.
11:43 IST, January 29th 2025
'Only three Amrit Snans in Mahakumbh,' says President of Akhara Parishad
There are only three 'Amrit snans' in the ongoing Mahakumbh, said the President of Akhil Bharatiya Akhara Parishad, Ravindra Puri. The three occasions of 'Amrit snans' include - Makar Sankranti, Mauni Amawasya and Basant Panchami, according to Puri. He further stated that the Akharas would go for snan once the crowd reduced, adding that the Amavasya tithi would continue till tonight. Following the stampede-like situation, Puri appealed to everyone to not pay attention to any rumours.
11:43 IST, January 29th 2025
UP CM Says Continuously Monitoring Situation
Maha Kumbh stampede LIVE updates: UP CM Yogi Adityanath says that he is continuously monitoring the situation in Prayagraj with senior officers. He issued an appeal to devotees to be calm, bathe at nearest ghats, and not to push for coming towards the Sangam nose.
11:24 IST, January 29th 2025
Devotees Continue to Gather for a Holy Dip Near Triveni
A Massive crowd of devotees continue to take holy baths in Triveni Sangam on Mauni Amavasya in the ongoing Mahakumbh in Uttar Pradesh's Prayagraj.
Meanwhile, UP CM Yogi advised devotees to take holy bath at the nearest ghat, and do not attempt to go towards the Sangam Nose. "Kindly follow all the instructions given by the administration and cooperate in maintaining order," Yogi Adityanath wrote in his post.
11:01 IST, January 29th 2025
Yogi Addresses Media After Stampede, Urges Devotees to Remain Calm
Yogi Adityanath addressed the media flsollowing the stampede at Mahakumbh, confirming that the incident occurred between 1 and 2 am. He reported that several people were injured and are currently being treated at hospital. CM emphasized that the entire administration acted swiftly to minimize casualties. Yogi also noted that around 10 crore people are present at the Mahakumbh today and appealed for a phased Amrit Snan to ensure safety. Additionally, Yogi urged devotees to ignore rumours and warned that spreading false information could lead to further damage.
11:01 IST, January 29th 2025
Mahakumbh Stampede: Special Trains Not Cancelled, More Than 360 Trains Slated to Ply
The Railways has planned to run more than 360 trains from the various stations in the Prayagraj region today. As of now, there is no plan to cancel any special train, says Ministry of Railways.
10:37 IST, January 29th 2025
Amrit Snan to Resume at 10 Am, Announces Akhara Parishad
Amrit Snan, which was earlier suspended, will resume at 10 am as per the Akhara Parishad’s latest announcement.
10:02 IST, January 29th 2025
CM Yogi Urges Devotees to Follow Guidelines as Amrit Snan Resumes
CM Yogi Adityanath appeals to devotees to adhere by the instructions issued by the administration, as Akharas to resume their Amrit Snan
10:01 IST, January 29th 2025
PM Modi Calls Yogi Adityanath for Third Time
PM Modi is personally issuing instructions on normalisation and relief measures. The Prime Minister has spoken to CM Yogi Adityanath three times since the stampede occurred this morning
10:01 IST, January 29th 2025
Ambulance Caught Fire in Mahakumbh Stampede Area
Mahakumbh Stampede: An Ambulance caught fire in the Kumbh area, PTI reports. Visuals show people using fire extinguishers to douse the flames.
10:01 IST, January 29th 2025
Yogi Adityanath Urges Devotees to Avoid Sangam, Bathe Nearby
UP CM Yogi Adityanath appeals to the devotees to take a dip at their nearest ghat and not try to go towards Sangam Nose, follow the instructions of the administration and cooperate with them. He has also asked to not pay attention to any rumours.
10:00 IST, January 29th 2025
Amit Shah Speaks to Yogi After Maha Kumbh Stampede-Like Situation
Union Home Minister Amit Shah speaks to Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath following a stampede-like situation at the Sangam during the Mauni Amavasya celebrations at the Mahakumbh Mela
10:00 IST, January 29th 2025
‘Crowd Had No Idea Where to Go..,’ Eyewitness Recounts
According to an eyewitness, the stampede took place around 2:30 am when a large number of devotees reached the Sangam banks.
“The problem was mainly due to the fact that the crowd had no idea where to go after bathing. These people were carrying heavy luggage on their heads. There were a large number of iron dustbins that pilgrims could not see. A few people fell as they lost balance. Their luggage could be seen all over the area,” the eyewitness said.
10:00 IST, January 29th 2025
‘Devotees Should Bathe and Return,’ Seer Appeals After Stampede
Mahant Hari Giri, general secretary of Akhada Parishad and patron of Juna Akhara, has requested people to take a dip in the Ganga wherever they are, and return to their homes.
After the stampede in Maha Kumbh, the Mahant said that bathing in the Ganga, whether inside or outside the boundary of Prayagraj, will give the same merit.
09:59 IST, January 29th 2025
Mahakumbh 2025: RPF Deployed for Crowd Control
Rapid Action Force personnel deployed for crowd control as lakhs of devotees throng Triveni Sangam on the occasion of Mauni Amavasya.
09:59 IST, January 29th 2025
Stampede Breaks Out at Maha Kumbh Mela 2025
A stampede-like situation has been reported in Prayagraj at the Maha Kumbh as thousands of thousands pilgrims visit the Triveni Sangam on the auspicious occasion of Mauni Amavasya. Several casualties are feared and many people have been injured.
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