​Maha Kumbh rush: Clothes, shoes and slippers remain after deadly stampede at NDLS

The stampede at New Delhi Railway Station occurred when passengers rushing down the stairs towards platforms 14 and 15 slipped, leading to chaos. Overcrowding due to train delays and high ticket sales worsened the situation. (Image source: X)

After the tragic stampede, the station floor was littered with scattered slippers and personal belongings, abandoned in the desperate rush. Witnesses described scenes of panic as people scrambled to escape the deadly crush. (Image source: X)

During the rush, passengers dropped bags, shoes, and other items as they struggled to move. Authorities later cleared the debris, while families searched for lost belongings of their loved ones. (Image source: PTI, IANS)

Scattered luggage and personal items painted a grim picture of the stampede’s impact. Witnesses recounted how the dense crowd pushed forward, causing several people to fall and get trampled. (Image source: PTI, AP)

Railway staff were deployed to clean the station after the tragedy. Platforms and stairs were strewn with abandoned belongings, a stark reminder of the confusion that led to multiple casualties. (Image source: PTI)

Following the stampede, National Disaster Response Force (NDRF) personnel were sent to assist in rescue efforts. Emergency teams worked alongside railway authorities to manage the situation and help the injured. (Image source: PTI)

More than a dozen injured passengers were rushed to hospitals for treatment. Many victims were unconscious due to suffocation, while families desperately searched for their loved ones. (Image source: PTI)

Outgoing Delhi CM Atishi and Delhi BJP President Virendra Sachdeva visited hospitals to meet survivors and assess the situation. Authorities assured full medical support to those injured in the stampede. (Image source: PTI)

The stampede at New Delhi Railway Station resulted in 18 deaths and multiple injuries. Overcrowding, misinformation, and panic led to the disaster, prompting investigations and rescue operations. Authorities have launched an inquiry into the cause. (Image source: AP, PTI)