Stampede : Mahakumbh
A tragic stampede at Mahakumbh Mela 2025 in Prayagraj on January 29 resulted in 30 deaths and 60 injuries, raising concerns over crowd management failures.A stampede occurs when a large group of people move uncontrollably, often leading to trampling, suffocation, and fatalities.It can result from rumors, fear, limited space, or sudden movements, creating chaotic crowd behavior.Studies indicate that 79% of stampedes in India have occurred during religious events.
