New Delhi, Jan. 29 -- Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Wednesday spoke to Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath after a stampede-like situation broke out at the Sangam amid the celebration of the Mauni Amavasya at the Mahakumbh Mela, assuring to provide all possible support from Centre.

Shah took stock of the situation in a telephonic conversation with the UP Chief Minister as a stampede-like situation unfolded at the Sangam in Prayagraj on Wednesday during the Mauni Amavasya celebrations at the Mahakumbh Mela. Shah assured the Chief Minister of all possible assistance from the Centre to manage the situation and ensure the safety of devotees.

The incident occurred as lakhs of devotees gathered at the confluence of the Ganga, Yamu...