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'Failure of railway system': Opposition asks Centre why arrangements were not made to tackle large crowds going to Maha Kumbh

IndiaTimes Sunday, 16 February 2025 ()
At least 18 people have died and many were injured in a stampede at New Delhi Railway Station. The incident occurred due to a crowd rush as passengers boarded trains for Prayagraj. Prominent figures, including President Murmu and Prime Minister Modi, expressed their condolences while the opposition criticized the government's management.
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