New Delhi, March 23 -- New Delhi Railway Station News: The Delhi Police informed that a 'stampede-like atmosphere' occurred in New Delhi railway station on Sunday after delay in the departure of Shiv Ganga Express, Swatantrata Senani Express, Jammu Rajdhani Express, Lucknow Mail, and Magadh Express caused heavy rush. "Due to the cumulative effect of these delays, heavy passenger congestion was observed at the platforms", Delhi Police said.

The Delhi Police informed that the situation at New Delhi Railway Station turned chaotic and led to a stampede-like atmosphere, resembling the crowd management challenges witnessed during the Mahakumbh arrangements in the past.

Necessary crowd control measures had to be promptly taken to avoid any unt...