Bhubaneswar, Nov. 13 -- A chaotic scene unfolded during the annual Bali Yatra in Cuttack on Thursday evening during the concluding day's celebrations, when a massive crowd gathered to witness Bollywood playback singer Shreya Ghoshal's live performance.

The overwhelming rush near the main stage led to a stampede-like situation, leaving at least two people unconscious.

Eyewitnesses said that thousands of visitors thronged the venue to enjoy the concert on its last day, but crowd control measures proved insufficient as people began pushing against the barricades in an attempt to get closer to the stage. The pressure caused panic and confusion, resulting in a few individuals collapsing due to suffocation and exhaustion.

Security personnel ...