Police Manage Crowd to Prevent Stampede at Kolkata Kali Temple on Mauni Amavasya

On Mauni Amavasya during the holy month of Magh, thousands of devotees gathered at the Maa Shyamasundari Kali Temple in north Kolkata's Amherst Street area. Police temporarily closed the temple gates to manage a heavy rush and prevent a stampede-like situation as devotees sought darshan and puja. Authorities regulated traffic and controlled entry in phases, denying claims of force used against devotees. Some devotees expressed determination to remain until they could pray.