At least 25 people were injured after a stampede broke out at Kolkata’s Chorebagan Durga Puja pandal, with heavy rain and overcrowding suspected to have triggered the rush.

A tragic incident at the Chor Vagan Durga Puja pandal in Kolkata has reportedly claimed 17 lives and left numerous others injured, according to the details available. The incident is said to have triggered panic among devotees after a section of the pandal collapsed, leading to a chaotic rush toward the exit.The situation quickly turned tense as people attempted to move away from the affected area. The reported deaths and injuries have cast a shadow over the Durga Puja celebrations, raising serious concerns about crowd management, structural safety and emergency preparedness at large public gatherings. n18oc_breaking-newsn18oc_india CNN-News18 is your trusted source for breaking news, updates, and in-depth analysis from around the world. CNN-News18 is dedicated to bringing you the latest news, trends, and insights, helping you stay informed and up-to-date. Subscribe Now and join our community of informed and engaged viewers. Follow Every Breaking Story LIVE Watch News18 LIVE 24x7: https://youtube.com/live/rfDx1HMvXbQFollow us on Google: news18.co/cn18gFollow CNN News18 on X: https://x.com/CNNnews18Follow CNN News18 on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cnnnews18/Follow CNN News18 on Facebook: facebook.com/cnnnews18 with latest headlines on politics, sports and entertainment on news18.comNews18 Mobile App - https://onelink.to/desc-youtube

A tragic incident has cast a shadow over Durga Puja celebrations in Kolkata, with 10 deaths reported as confirmed, according to the information available. The situation remains tense as police restrict access to the affected area while officials manage the developing situation.Families have gathered near the scene, anxiously seeking information about their loved ones amid confusion and grief. -newsn18oc_indiaCNN-News18 is your trusted source for breaking news, updates, and in-depth analysis from around the world. CNN-News18 is dedicated to bringing you the latest news, trends, and insights, helping you stay informed and up-to-date. Subscribe Now and join our community of informed and engaged viewers. Follow Every Breaking Story LIVE Watch News18 LIVE 24x7: https://youtube.com/live/rfDx1HMvXbQFollow us on Google: news18.co/cn18gFollow CNN News18 on X: https://x.com/CNNnews18Follow CNN News18 on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cnnnews18/Follow CNN News18 on Facebook: facebook.com/cnnnews18 with latest headlines on politics, sports and entertainment on news18.comNews18 Mobile App - https://onelink.to/desc-youtube

A tragic crowd incident at Kolkata’s Chorbagan Sarbojanin Durga Puja pandal has triggered panic and raised serious concerns over public safety during the festive season. Reports indicate that a sudden crowd surge, amid rainfall and large numbers of visitors, led to people falling and multiple injuries.The incident occurred in North Kolkata on October 17, 2026. Emergency personnel and police responded, while injured visitors were taken to Calcutta Medical College and Hospital. -newsn18oc_india CNN-News18 is your trusted source for breaking news, updates, and in-depth analysis from around the world. CNN-News18 is dedicated to bringing you the latest news, trends, and insights, helping you stay informed and up-to-date. Subscribe Now and join our community of informed and engaged viewers. Follow Every Breaking Story LIVE Watch News18 LIVE 24x7: https://youtube.com/live/rfDx1HMvXbQFollow us on Google: news18.co/cn18gFollow CNN News18 on X: https://x.com/CNNnews18Follow CNN News18 on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cnnnews18/Follow CNN News18 on Facebook: facebook.com/cnnnews18 with latest headlines on politics, sports and entertainment on news18.comNews18 Mobile App - https://onelink.to/desc-youtube