KOLKATA: At least 19 people were killed and 25 others injured in a stampede at the Chorbagan Durga Puja pandal in North Kolkata, triggering an emergency response and a probe into the incident.
The injured have been admitted to Medical College and Hospital for treatment, according to the information provided.
The West Bengal government has announced compensation of ₹25 lakh and a government job for the family of each victim. The Special Task Force (STF) has initiated an investigation to establish the circumstances surrounding the stampede and fix accountability.
Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari, along with the Chief Secretary, Home Secretary, Director General of Police and Commissioner of Police, is closely monitoring the situation.
The Chief Minister’s Office shared details of the tragedy in an official statement, confirming the casualties, the government’s compensation package and the decision to conduct an STF probe.
A helpline has also been issued to assist those seeking information or help in connection with the incident.
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