On the occasion of Mauni Amavasya, more than 57.1 million devotees took a holy dip in the Triveni waters today, said an official statement from Uttar Pradesh Information Department.The ongoing religious event has witnessed an overwhelming show of faith,

Crores of devotees flocked to Triveni Sangam for Mauni Amavasya, however, a stampede broke out which led to several casualties.

A rush erupted at the Maha Kumbh in Prayagraj, India. At least 40 are feared injured. The incident occurred when a group of devotees gathered near the sacred river to celebrate Mauni Amavasya, one of the most auspicious days for the holy dip.

Several people are feared dead after a stampede at the Maha Kumbh Mela Uttar Pradesh Prayagraj on Wednesday as scores of people turned up for a holy dip in the Ganga on the occasion of Mauni Amavasya.