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2014 Patna stampede
The 2014 Patna stampede was a tragic mass casualty incident that occurred on October 3, 2014, during the Hindu festival of Durga Puja in Patna, Bihar, India. The stampede took place at the Gandhi Maidan, where thousands had gathered to attend a rally organized by the Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD) party, featuring prominent leader Lalu Prasad Yadav. As a large crowd gathered and panic ensued following rumors of electric shocks and a potential bomb threat, a chaotic rush ensued, resulting in the deaths of at least 33 people and injuring many others. The incident highlighted issues related to crowd management and safety at large gatherings, prompting discussions on the need for improved infrastructure and emergency response protocols in India’s densely populated urban areas.