At least 19 people, including a seven-year-old girl, died in a stampede during a Hindu festival in Kolkata, India.
01Summary
- 01At least 19 people were killed in a stampede at a Hindu festival in Kolkata.
- 02A seven-year-old girl was among the victims.
- 03The incident occurred during a religious gathering in the Indian city.
- 04Authorities have launched an investigation into the cause of the stampede.
02Why it matters
This tragedy highlights the ongoing risks of crowd management at large religious gatherings in India, which can affect public safety and event planning for millions of participants.
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