At least 17 were dead after a stampede occurred in Kolkata's Chorebagan Sarbojanin Durga Puja Pandal (Express Photo by Partha Paul)At least 17 people were killed, and several others were injured after a stampede at the Chorebagan Sarbojanin Durga Puja pandal in Kolkata on Saturday amid a heavy crowd. The injured were taken to the emergency department of the Kolkata Medical College and Hospital.Police stopped visitors from entering the Chorebagan Sarbojanin Puja pandal. Senior Kolkata Police officials rushed to the spot. According to police sources, several visitors who were injured were taken to the Calcutta Medical College and Hospital. Live UpdatesOct 17, 2026 10:27 PM ISTPolice stops other major Puja Pandal for safety reasonsAfter the Stampede at Kolkata's Chorebagan Sarbojanin pandal, the police have stopped other major pandals due to safety concerns.Meanwhile, the prominent Tala Prattoy Puja pandal has announced that it will remain closed to visitors until further notice.Stay updated with the latest - Click here to follow us on Instagram© The Indian Express Pvt LtdTags:durga pujaKolkata