At least 30 people were killed and 90 injured in a stampede at the Kumbh Mela festival in Prayagraj, India. Authorities reported the chaos erupted as pilgrims rushed to bathe during a sacred ritual, overwhelming police barricades. Eyewitnesses described scenes of panic and confusion on the riverbanks, with many unaccounted for and families searching for loved ones. Prime Minister Narendra Modi expressed condolences, while opposition leaders criticized the government for poor crowd management. Despite the tragedy, millions continued to attend the festival, which has drawn over 400 million attendees and raised questions about the safety measures in place.