Investigation Launched After Deadly Stampede at Indian Religious Gathering

Over 120 fatalities reported as overcrowding and poor safety measures lead to tragedy in Uttar Pradesh

• Authorities are probing the event's organizers for not adhering to safety protocols.
• The gathering far exceeded the permitted attendance, contributing to the chaos.
• Victims were predominantly women, with several children also among the dead.
• Witnesses describe a dust storm and slipping in mud as factors in the stampede.
• Calls for stricter guidelines and better planning for large religious events grow louder.

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