Kolkata pandal stampede: Adhikari orders independent probe, promises compensation for victims’ families
In Kolkata, a crowd crush at a festival pavilion killed 12 and injured 30. Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee ordered an independent investigation and pledged compensation for families. She also said new crowd‑control rules would be drafted to prevent future incidents. The incident highlighted the need for better safety measures at large public events in 2024.