Kolkata is grappling with the aftermath of a deadly stampede in the Chorb​​agan area, where 19 people have lost their lives and 25 others have been injured, with one victim reported to be in critical condition. Seven people, including office-bearers of the Durga Puja organizing committee and security personnel, have been arrested as investigators intensify their probe into the tragedy. Questions are mounting over crowd management, security arrangements, VIP pass checks and the bamboo structure at the venue. The arrests have brought the role of the organizing committee and those responsible for managing the crowd under closer scrutiny, as authorities face growing demands to establish accountability for the deadly incident.

A case has been filed against Chinmoy Krishna Das, accusing him of sedition for raising a flag on a stand that displayed Bangladesh’s national flag. The ISKCON priest is facing these charges after the incident, which has sparked outrage among Hindu leaders in Bangladesh. They are demanding his immediate release, arguing that the arrest is unfair. The controversy has caused tension, as many believe that the charges are politically motivated. Supporters of Chinmoy Krishna Das are calling for a quick resolution to the matter, while the case continues to unfold. Hindu leaders across the country are voicing their concerns over the treatment of the priest and the potential consequences for the community.