New Delhi railway stampede: Pictures, videos show chaos at railway station

NEW DELHI: At least 15 people lost their lives including 3 children, and several others were injured in a stampede at New Delhi Railway Station late Saturday night. The chaos unfolded after a massive crowd gathered following the announcement of a special train for the Maha Kumbh in Prayagraj. Within 15-20 minutes, a surge in passengers led to disorder, multiple casualties, and injuries.
Eyewitnesses said the situation worsened due to delays in two trains, leading to an unexpected influx of passengers. As people rushed to board, some fainted amid the crush, sparking rumours of a stampede and triggering further panic.

The visuals from the station showed chaos and disorder:

Scenes from platforms 12 and 13 show the aftermath of the stampede-like situation, which also led to chaos on platforms 14 and 15.
Visuals from platform 14 capture the tense moments as panic spread across platforms 14 and 15 following the rush.
Large crowds of passengers were seen at platform 12 as they rushed to board special trains.
Outside New Delhi Railway Station, videos show the heavy passenger turnout that contributed to the chaos.
DCP KPS Malhotra and police personnel were seen helping passengers board trains amid the huge rush at the station.
Railway Minister orders a high-level probe; four special trains arranged to manage the rush, with more on standby.
A grieving passenger recounts his loss: “My mother died in the stampede. We were going to our home…,” says Pappu, a resident of Patna, Bihar.