India, Jan. 29 -- Chaos unfolded at the Sangam in Prayagraj on Wednesday morning as thousands gathered for a holy dip in the Ganga on Mauni Amavasya. The large crowd led to a stampede, with 15 people feared dead and many others injured.

Following the situation at the Maha Kumbh, Mahant Ravindra Puri, president of Akhil Bharatiya Akhara Parishad announced that the seers have called off their Mauni Amavasya Amrit Snan.

As per Kumbh Mela tradition, Akharas from the three sects-Sanyasi, Bairagi, and Udaseen-take the holy dip in a specific order, accompanied by a grand procession to the Sangam Ghat.

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The Amrit Snan on Mauni Amavasya is the highlight of the Maha Kumbh, drawing millions of devotees. Thi...