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Stampede at religious festival in India kills 19 people

In the Indian city of Kolkata on the evening of October 17, a stampede occurred during the Hindu religious festival of Durga Puja. According to updated data, 19 people were killed, including two boys, and another 25 were injured. The tragedy occurred near the exit from the festive pavilion, where many visitors had gathered. During heavy rain, people began to crowd into a narrow passage, some fell, and then a crush ensued. Police arrested seven people associated with organizing the event. Authorities have launched an investigation and announced compensation to the families of the victims and those injured, the Associated Press reports.

How the stampede happened at the festival in Kolkata

The tragedy occurred on Saturday, October 17, around 19:40 local time in the northern part of Kolkata, the capital of the Indian state of West Bengal.

These days, the city hosts the annual Hindu festival Durga Puja, dedicated to the goddess Durga. The holiday lasts several days and attracts a large number of believers and tourists.

During the festival, special temporary pavilions called pandals are installed in cities.…