Source : INDIA TODAY NEWS
Several people were injured after a section of the Chorbagan Sarbojanin Durga Puja pandal in Kolkata collapsed amid crowd pressure on Saptami evening, reportedly triggering a stampede-like situation.
The incident occurred as devotees gathered to celebrate Durga Puja. According to reports, the crowd pressure led to a section of the pandal giving way, leaving several people injured.
All those affected were evacuated from the spot and taken to Calcutta Medical College Hospital for treatment. Puja organisers reportedly moved swiftly to manage the situation and assist those affected.
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Police personnel and disaster management officials reached the site after receiving information about the incident. Further details about the number of injured people and the circumstances that led to the collapse are awaited.
Former West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee expressed shock and sadness over the stampede at the Chor Bagan Puja pandal. She prayed for the speedy recovery of those injured and wished their families strength and courage during the difficult time.
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SOURCE :- TIMES OF INDIA
