Shiv Sena leader Shaina NC expressed her sorrow over the tragic stampede at New Delhi Railway Station that resulted in 18 deaths on Saturday. She stated that Prime Minister Narendra Modi is closely monitoring the situation, and the Delhi Police are investigating the incident.
“This is extremely unfortunate news. 18 people, including 14 women, died in the stampede. The Delhi Police is investigating this accident, and PM Narendra Modi is regularly monitoring the situation… We want the truth to come out soon, and the administration should take adequate action,” she said.
The tragic stampede occurred around 10 pm on Saturday, when thousands of devotees were traveling to Prayagraj for the Maha Kumbh 2025 festival, resulting in severe overcrowding at New Delhi Railway Station. Reports suggest that around 1,500 general tickets were sold, leading to an overwhelming crowd, particularly near platform no. 14 and the escalator at platform no. 1.
NDRF Commandant Daulat Ram Chaudhary confirmed that the situation was now under control, stating, “…The situation is under control now. The injured have been evacuated… We received information about a stampede at platform no. 14 at the station… We are carrying out the rescue operations…”
DCP Railway KPS Malhotra acknowledged that while authorities had anticipated a large crowd, the incident unfolded rapidly. “We expected the crowd, but it all happened in a fraction of time, and hence this situation occurred. The fact-finding will be done by the Railways… After inquiry, we will get to know the reason behind the incident,” he said.
On Sunday, the Railway Board announced the formation of a two-member high-level committee to investigate the cause of the stampede. “A two-member high-level committee has been formed to investigate the matter… The situation is under control, and the passengers have been sent by special train… Train movement at the railway station is normal now,” said Dilip Kumar, Executive Director of Information & Publicity (ED/IP), Railway Board.