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WorldAt least 17 killed in crush at Hindu festival event in India

At least 17 people died and many others were injured in a crush at a Durga Puja event in Kolkata, officials said. Witnesses said sudden rain prompted people to rush for shelter. West Bengal Chief Minister Suvendhu Adhikari said a seven-year-old girl was among the dead and 25 people were being treated.

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BBBC News★★★☆☆2026-10-17 19:19Original

At least 17 killed in crush at Hindu festival event in India
At least 17 killed in crush at Hindu festival event in IndiaWorld