Police Detain 14 Following Stampede at Kolkata Durga Puja Pandal

Authorities have detained 14 individuals, including private security guards and on-duty officials, following a crowd crush at the Chorebagan Durga Puja pandal in Kolkata. The incident has prompted police to initiate a suo motu case against the event organizers to investigate the circumstances and safety arrangements surrounding the stampede.

The probe is currently underway to determine the cause of the crush and evaluate the adequacy of crowd management measures at the site. Officials are examining whether security lapses contributed to the incident as the investigation into the organizers' accountability proceeds.

Editor's note: The brief accurately summarizes the core facts regarding the detentions and the legal action taken by authorities.