Mahakumbh 2025: Supreme Court Petition Filed After Stampede Tragedy

Following a tragic stampede at the Maha Kumbh that resulted in the deaths of at least 30 people and injuries to 60 others, a petition has been filed in the Supreme Court, The Indian Express reported. The plea, submitted by lawyer Vishal Tiwari, urges the implementation of safety guidelines to protect the fundamental rights of devotees, emphasizing public safety over VIP protocols to prevent congestion.

In response to the incident, Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath announced new crowd management measures, stressing the importance of smooth traffic flow and the prevention of crowd build-up. He ordered a three-member judicial inquiry alongside a police investigation to determine the causes of the stampede.

Additionally, an ex-gratia payment of Rs 25 lakh (roughly 30,000 USD) has been announced for the families of the deceased. The traditional bathing rituals at the Maha Kumbh continue as authorities work to enhance safety measures for attendees.