Naga Sadhus, or Hindu ascetics, were seen gesturing after taking a holy dip at the Sangam—the confluence of the Ganges, Yamuna, and the mythical Saraswati rivers—during the auspicious occasion of 'Mauni Amavasya' at the Maha Kumbh Mela in Prayagraj on January 29, 2025.

Tragedy struck in the pre-dawn hours when a stampede broke out, claiming the lives of at least 30 people and leaving many others injured. The chaotic surge occurred as crowds pushed beyond a police cordon, resulting in bystanders being trampled in the confusion.

Authorities are investigating the incident, which has cast a shadow over the world's largest religious gathering attended by millions seeking spiritual renewal.