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New Delhi: A stampede-like situation unfolded at New Delhi Railway Station on Saturday, as a massive influx of passengers—mostly those without confirmed tickets—rushed to board trains heading to the Mahakumbh. The chaos erupted on platforms 14 and 15, leaving several passengers unconscious and in need of immediate medical attention.

Overcrowding Leads to Dangerous Crush

The sudden surge of passengers far exceeded the station’s capacity, resulting in dangerous overcrowding. Witnesses reported desperate attempts to secure seats, which led to pushing and shoving as people jostled to board the trains.

  • Railway authorities have since brought the situation under control.
  • Passengers traveling to Mahakumbh have been urged to confirm their tickets to prevent further incidents.

Emergency Response & Injuries Reported

According to initial reports:
Four women were found unconscious and were immediately shifted to a hospital for treatment.
Delhi Fire & Emergency Services received a call stating that 15 people were injured in the rush.
Four fire tenders were swiftly dispatched to the scene to assist in crowd control.

Authorities are still assessing the exact number of injured passengers, and further details on their condition are expected soon.

Railway Officials Urge Caution

Officials have emphasized that the lack of confirmed tickets contributed significantly to the chaotic scenes. They urge travelers to confirm their bookings and avoid overcrowding at railway stations.

With the Mahakumbh attracting millions of devotees, authorities are expected to implement stricter crowd management measures to ensure passenger safety in the coming weeks.

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