# 19 killed in stampede at Hindu festival in Kolkata

https://mins.news/en/video/105386

- DW News, 2026-10-18 18:41 UTC
- World
- Original: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6cYi3XFWJ4c

> Authorities in India are working to identify 19 people killed in a stampede at the Durga Puja festival in Kolkata. A sudden downpour triggered panic in the crowd, and officials are investigating possible safety lapses.

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