Security and crowd management efforts have been intensified at the ghats in Prayagraj for the Basant Panchami sacred bathing ritual, expected to attract 4 to 5 crore devotees. Measures include strict route plans, paramilitary presence, and reinforced barricades to prevent overcrowding after the tragic stampede on Jan 29.
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A judicial commission investigating the Hathras stampede incident, which claimed 121 lives, attributed the tragedy to administrative lapses while acknowledging a possible conspiracy. The commission's report noted that permission was granted for an 80,000-strong audience, but the turnout exceeded 2.5 lakh. It did not hold Bhole Baba personally responsible, but cited failures in administration and his 'sevadars' as key factors.
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