Maha Kumbh 2025: 12 Feared Dead, Several Injured During Amrit Snan in Prayagraj on Mauni Amavasya, CM Yogi Says ‘Do Not Believe in Rumours’

The Maha Kumbh 2025, one of the largest religious gatherings in the world, has been marred by a tragic stampede during the Amrit Snan (holy bath) in Prayagraj. Reports from Dainik Bhaskar suggest that 12 devotees have lost their lives and several others are injured. Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath has stepped in to address the situation, urging people not to believe in rumors and assuring that the administration is working to control the circumstances.

Stampede at Maha Kumbh 2025: What Happened?

The incident occurred late at night as millions of devotees gathered for the sacred Mauni Amavasya bath at Triveni Sangam. According to a report by Dainik Bhaskar, the stampede broke out due to the overwhelming crowd pressure near Akhara Marg. Devotees attempting to cross barricades were injured, with some fatalities reported. The exact cause is still under investigation, but the sheer volume of pilgrims seems to have played a significant role.

CM Yogi Takes Charge

Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath has been actively monitoring the situation. He held an emergency meeting with top officials, including the Chief Secretary, DGP, and Home Secretary, to assess the damage and coordinate relief efforts.

सभी पूज्य संतों, श्रद्धालुओं, प्रदेश एवं देश वासियों से मेरी अपील है कि अफवाह पर कोई ध्यान न दें, संयम से काम लें, प्रशासन आप सभी की सेवा के लिए तत्परता से कार्य कर रहा है... pic.twitter.com/r3qAkveJoz

— Yogi Adityanath (@myogiadityanath) January 29, 2025

CM Yogi appealed to the public, saying, “Do not believe in rumors. The situation is tense but under control.” He emphasised that medical teams are on the ground, providing immediate care to the injured.

Government and Leaders on High Alert

Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Home Minister Amit Shah, and BJP President JP Nadda are closely tracking updates from Prayagraj.

PM Modi is continuously monitoring the situation in Mahakumbh and is in constant contact with the State government. He has spoken with the CM three times till now and is giving directions for normalisation of the situation and relief. https://t.co/mDDCmGLoWV

— ANI (@ANI) January 29, 2025

PM Modi has spoken to CM Yogi three times, offering guidance and support to manage the situation. The government is focused on ensuring the safety of devotees and preventing further chaos.

Massive Crowds at Maha Kumbh 2025

The Maha Kumbh Mela, held every 12 years, attracts millions of devotees from across the globe.

#WATCH | #MahaKumbh2025 | Prayagraj, Uttar Pradesh: Drone visuals from the Ghats of Triveni as a huge number of devotees reach for the Amrit Snan on the occasion of Mauni Amavasya.

Source: Mela Administration pic.twitter.com/FoQrbprWGK

— ANI (@ANI) January 29, 2025

This year, an estimated 8-10 crore pilgrims gathered in Prayagraj for the Mauni Amavasya Shahi Snan. Drone visuals shared by ANI show a sea of people at Triveni Sangam, highlighting the scale of the event.

CM Yogi’s Appeal to Devotees

CM Yogi has urged pilgrims to remain calm and avoid rushing to Sangam Ghat. He assured that multiple ghats have been prepared across the Kumbh area to accommodate the crowd. “There is no need to panic. The situation is being managed, and we are ensuring proper medical care for the injured,” he said.