Chorbagan Sarbojanin is one of the most reputated pandal in the city. (Credits: X/Screengrab)
Several people were injured after a section of the Chorbagan Sarbojanin Durga Puja pandal in Kolkata collapsed amid crowd pressure on Saptami evening, reportedly triggering a stampede-like situation.
The incident occurred as devotees gathered to celebrate Durga Puja. According to reports, the crowd pressure led to a section of the pandal giving way, leaving several people injured.
All those affected were evacuated from the spot and taken to Calcutta Medical College Hospital for treatment. Puja organisers reportedly moved swiftly to manage the situation and assist those affected.
Police personnel and disaster management officials reached the site after receiving information about the incident. Further details about the number of injured people and the circumstances that led to the collapse are awaited.
This is a developing story. It will be updated.
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