Israel envoy offers condolences after 'tragic incident' at Maha Kumbh in Prayagraj

A devastating stampede occurred during the Maha Kumbh Mela in Prayagraj, causing injuries and loss of life. Israeli Ambassador Reuven Azar was among the first international diplomats to offer condolences and support. Top Indian leaders, including President Droupadi Murmu and Defence Minister Rajnath Singh, also expressed their grief and support for the victims. The incident happened during the auspicious Mauni Amavasya, when millions of devotees gathered to take a holy dip at the confluence of the Ganga and Yamuna rivers.

"On the most sacred day of the 144-year Kumbh Mela, we were saddened to hear about the tragic incident" - Reuven Azar, Israeli Ambassador to India

by ANI January 29, 2025 144 views

Tel Aviv, January 29: Israeli Ambassador to India, Reuven Azar on Wednesday expressed his condolences and support following the tragic mishap at Prayagraj during the Maha Kumbh Mela.

Key Points

1. Stampede occurred during Mauni Amavasya at Ganga-Yamuna confluence

2. Multiple national leaders expressed condolences

3. Incident happened during massive religious gathering

4. Authorities providing support to victims

In a post on X, the envoy expressed support and wished for a speedy recovery to those injured in the "tragic incident" today morning. He also extended his best wishes to the authorities.

"On the most sacred day of the 144-year Kumbh Mela, we were saddened to hear about the tragic incident at Prayagraj #Mahakumbh. Our thoughts are with the families who lost their loved ones, and we wish a speedy recovery to those injured. Wishing the best of success to the authorities working on the ground. @myogiadityanath @UPGovt," the envoy said on X.

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A stampede-like situation arose at Mahakumbh in the early hours of Wednesday, resulting in several injuries. This incident occurred as millions of devotees gathered at the confluence of the Ganga and Yamuna rivers to take a dip on the auspicious occasion of Mauni Amavasya, which is also the day of the Second Shahi Snan.

Earlier in the day, President Droupadi Murmu also expressed sadness over the mishap at Mahakumbh.

"The stampede incident at Prayagraj Mahakumbh is extremely sad. I express my condolences to the families of the injured devotees and pray to God that all the injured devotees recover soon," Murmu said in a post on X.

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh expressed his condolences to the bereaved families.

"The accident that happened in the ongoing Mahakumbh in Prayagraj is extremely painful. My deepest condolences to the bereaved families of those who have lost their loved ones in this accident. Along with this, I wish for the speedy recovery of all the injured. Under the guidance of the Chief Minister @myogiadityanath, the Uttar Pradesh government and the local administration are providing all possible help to the victims," Rajnath Singh said in a post on X.