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A tragic incident occurred at the New Delhi railway station on Saturday evening, claiming the lives of 15 people, including 10 women and three children. More than 25 people were injured to varying degrees, Xinhua reported.
The Incident occurred when a large number of pilgrims were trying to board a train bound for Prayagraj (Uttar Pradesh). The devotees were heading to the sacred Triveni Sangam site to take a ritual bath at the confluence of three rivers – the Ganga, Yamuna and Saraswati – during the Maha Kumbh Mela festival.
According to government sources, the stampede occurred due to disorganization when the train arrived at one of the platforms at the station. All the injured were immediately taken to a nearby hospital for medical attention.
Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi expressed deep condolences to the families of the victims.