BBC investigation reveals hidden deaths at India festival crush
Published: 6/30/2025

BBC investigation uncovers hidden deaths linked to India festival crush at Kumbh Mela. While the official death toll stands at 37, BBC found 26 additional cases where families received partial compensation and 18 deaths with no payment. Families recount distressing stories of lost loved ones, discrepancies in location details, and lack of government acknowledgment. Despite promised compensation, many families have only received part of it.