India, Jan. 29 -- A large crowd emerged at the Mahakumbh Mela in Prayagraj on Wednesday afternoon, hours after a stampede-like situation resulting in several injuries, on the occasion of Mauni Amavasya. Saints, seers and several members of various Akharas across India gathered in small numbers at the famous Triveni Sangam to perform the sacred 'Amrit Snan' (holy dip).

Flower petals were showered on seers and saints with a helicopter as they headed towards the holy Triveni Sangam for the sacred 'Amrit Snan' on the occasion of Mauni Amavasya.

At least 15 people are feared to have died in the commotion, people familiar with the matter said on condition of anonymity. However, no official figure has been confirmed by the authorities.

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