# Stampede at Hindu festival in Kolkata kills 19 and injures 25

https://mins.news/en/video/105090

- CNA, 2026-10-18 12:19 UTC
- World
- Original: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mk4WtX1BbnM

> At least 19 people died and 25 were injured in a stampede during Durga Puja celebrations in Kolkata, eastern India. Investigations are underway, and event organizers and private security personnel have reportedly been detained for questioning. Local media say heavy rain caused overcrowding as devotees tried to leave through an exit gate.

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