New Delhi railway station stampede: Ashwini Vaishnaw concedes deaths in stampede, expresses grief

Passengers jostle with one another to board a practice on the New DelhiRailway station, in New Delhi, India, Thursday, Feb.15, 2025.
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Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw expressed his grief on the demise of individuals in a stampede that occurred Saturday night on the New Delhi Railway Station.

Vaishnaw mentioned on X, “Deeply saddened by the unlucky stampede that occurred at New Delhi Railway Station. My prayers are with all those that have misplaced their family members. All the staff is working to help all those that have been affected by this tragic incident.” Earlier, the Railway Ministry dismissed reviews of anybody dying within the stampede.

The Ministry is but to share the demise toll or the variety of these rushed to hospital with accidents.

Earlier in a submit on X, Vaishnaw had mentioned: “State of affairs beneath management at New Delhi railway station (NDLS). Delhi Police and RPF reached. Injured taken to hospital. Particular trains being run to evacuate sudden rush.” In line with a Railway Board press assertion, an “unprecedented rush” developed at round 9.30 pm on Saturday at New Delhi Railway Station close to platforms 13 and 14.

“As a result of sudden surge in passengers, some people fainted, which led to rumors of a stampede-like scenario, inflicting panic amongst vacationers. The scenario was later introduced beneath management by easing the congestion,” the assertion mentioned.

It added, “Northern Railways promptly operated 4 particular trains to evacuate the sudden rush. In consequence, the gang has now considerably lowered.” The injured passengers have been taken to close by hospitals by the Railway Safety Power (RPF) and Delhi Police, it mentioned.

“Indian Railways has ordered a high-level inquiry into this unlucky incident,” the press observe mentioned.