At least 18 people are dead after a stampede at New Delhi railway station in India

Many of the victims were Hindu pilgrims who were traveling to the Maha Kumbh festival in northern India. Thousands of people were gathered at the New Delhi railway station waiting to board a train.

At least 18 people are dead after a stampede at New Delhi railway station in India
Passengers jostle with each other to board a train at the New Delhi Railway station, in New Delhi, India, Saturday, Feb.15, 2025.

Many of the victims were Hindu pilgrims who were traveling to the Maha Kumbh festival in northern India. Thousands of people were gathered at the New Delhi railway station waiting to board a train.

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