Raipur, Jan. 29 -- Chhattisgarh Chief Minister Vishnu Deo Sai has expressed sadness over the stampede at Maha Kumbh in Prayagraj early this morning and said that for now there is no information about the people of Chhattisgarh present at the spot.

Speaking to ANI Vishnu Deo Sai said, "... The UP government has ensured all types of arrangements there (in Maha Kumbh), yet, there was a stampede. We pray that those who have passed away, their souls rest in peace... Till now, there is no information about the people of Chhattisgarh being there (in the stampede)..."

Meanwhile, Chhattisgarh Dy CM Arun Sao said, "On the pious occasion of Mauni Amavasya, 8-10 crore people visited Prayagraj. In such a situation, the way PM Narendra Modi, HM Amit ...