Panic erupted during the Durga Puja festival in Kolkata, resulting in multiple fatalities. Details surrounding the incident are still emerging, but reports indicate a stampede occurred amidst large crowds gathered for the celebrations. Local authorities in Kolkata are currently working to ascertain the exact number of casualties and provide assistance to those affected. The Durga Puja festival is a major annual event in West Bengal, attracting huge numbers of devotees. This year’s festivities have been marred by tragedy, prompting questions about crowd control measures at the event in Kolkata. Investigations are underway to determine the cause of the panic and to prevent similar incidents in the future.