At least 18 people were killed and more than a dozen injured in a tragic stampede that broke out late Saturday night at New Delhi Railway Station. The incident occurred as a massive crowd of passengers, hoping to board trains to Prayagraj for the ongoing Maha Kumbh Mela, rushed onto platforms 14 and 15. The stampede followed a sharp increase in the number of passengers attempting to catch the evening trains to the holy city, resulting in overcrowding and chaos. Authorities are investigating the cause of the stampede and heightened security measures have been implemented at the station to prevent further incidents. At least three children were among the victims of the incident, according to authorities. The death toll has now risen to 18, with dozens of injured people being treated at nearby hospitals for treatment. The situation escalated when the sudden surge of passengers,. coupled with delays, led to a panic-stricken crowd. The main reason for the incident was a surge in passengers during the delays of two trains. The arrival of more people during this time, along with the two delays, was the mainreason for the situation,\” said the DCP.
