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Religion
19 killed, 25 injured in stampede at Indian religious gathering
✍️ CTV News
🗓 18 Oct 2026, 06:57 AM
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A stampede at a religious gathering in India has left 19 people dead and 25 injured, according to officials.
A sudden crush of people at a religious gathering in India resulted in 19 fatalities and 25 injuries, officials said. The incident occurred when a large crowd gathered for the event, and panic spread following an unknown trigger, causing a deadly stampede.
Local authorities and emergency services rushed to the scene, rescuing survivors and transporting the injured to nearby hospitals. Police have cordoned off the area and are conducting an investigation to determine the exact cause of the panic.
The gathering, which attracted thousands of devotees, was being held in an open venue. Organisers have expressed deep sorrow over the loss of life and pledged to cooperate with investigators.
Officials have warned that crowd‑control measures must be strengthened at future religious events to prevent similar tragedies.
The incident has prompted calls for stricter safety protocols and better emergency preparedness at large public gatherings across the country.
Local authorities and emergency services rushed to the scene, rescuing survivors and transporting the injured to nearby hospitals. Police have cordoned off the area and are conducting an investigation to determine the exact cause of the panic.
The gathering, which attracted thousands of devotees, was being held in an open venue. Organisers have expressed deep sorrow over the loss of life and pledged to cooperate with investigators.
Officials have warned that crowd‑control measures must be strengthened at future religious events to prevent similar tragedies.
The incident has prompted calls for stricter safety protocols and better emergency preparedness at large public gatherings across the country.