Stampede kills at least 17 people at religious festival in India
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At least 17 to 19 people were killed and 25 others injured in a stampede on Saturday during a Hindu religious gathering in eastern India. The deadly crush occurred amidst sudden rainfall, which triggered panic and movement among the attendees.
According to a police official, the tragedy unfolded when an announcement was made outside a pavilion after rain began, causing the crowd to rush forward and individuals to fall to the ground. West Bengal's Chief Minister Suvendhu Adhikari confirmed that the fatalities included a seven-year-old child.
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ABC News (AU) (AU)Focuses on the immediate police explanation regarding the pavilion announcement and rain.
South China Morning Post (HK)Emphasizes the higher death toll and includes specific details on the child victim.
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