West Bengal imposes Section 163 BNSS for 3 days after Kolkata Pandal stampede claims 19 lives

Economic Times - Oct 18, 2026

A tragic stampede at the Chorbagan Durga Puja pandal in Kolkata resulted in the deaths of 19 individuals. In response, Kolkata Police implemented Section 163 of the BNSS, 2023 to maintain public order. This order prohibits unlawful assemblies and carrying any dangerous weapons in the affected areas. The West Bengal government has announced compensation for the victims' families and initiated an investigation.

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