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16 Feb

Northern and Central Railway Introduce Special Trains for Mahakumbh Mela

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Prayagraj (Uttar Pradesh), February 16, 2025 – To manage the extra rush of passengers during the Mahakumbh Mela, Northern Railway has announced four special trains to ensure smooth travel for devotees. The decision follows the recent stampede at New Delhi Railway Station, which resulted in 18 deaths and multiple injuries. Special Trains for Devotees Northern Railway has introduced the following four special trains:Train No. 04420: Departs from New Delhi to Prayagraj Jn at 7:00 PM via Ghaziabad, Moradabad, Bareilly, Lucknow, Raebareli Jn, and Phaphamau Jn.Train No. 04422: Another New Delhi to Prayagraj Jn service departing at 9:00 PM, following the…

New Delhi Railway Station Stampede Claims 18 Lives, Triggers Inquiry

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New Delhi, February 16, 2025 – A tragic stampede at New Delhi Railway Station on Saturday night resulted in the deaths of 18 people, including 11 women and four children, after an overcrowding situation developed due to delayed Maha Kumbh trains, officials said. Casualties and Relief Measures The Chief Casualty Medical Officer of LNJP Hospital confirmed the deaths of 10 women, three children, and two men. Three more fatalities were reported at Lady Hardinge Hospital.The Railways has ordered an inquiry and announced financial aid of Rs 10 lakh for the victims' families, Rs 2.5 lakh for those severely injured, and…

Massive Traffic Jam Near Prayagraj: Thousands of Devotees Stranded En Route to Maha Kumbh

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Prayagraj, February 10, 2025: A colossal traffic jam, reportedly stretching up to 300 kilometers, has left thousands of devotees stranded on highways leading to Prayagraj as they head to the Maha Kumbh Mela 2025. The situation has been described by netizens as the "biggest traffic jam in the world," with videos flooding social media showcasing endless queues of vehicles across Katni, Maihar, and Rewa districts in Madhya Pradesh. Major gridlocks have been reported in these areas, with vehicles stranded for hours, causing frustration and distress among pilgrims.Social media platforms like X (formerly Twitter) and Instagram are flooded with images and…