India, Jan. 30 -- The Odisha State Road Transport Corporation (OSRTC) on Thursday announced the suspension of all its special bus services to the Maha Kumbh Mela until February 4.

This decision has been taken considering the unforeseen circumstances at the Maha Kumbh Mela.

At least 30 people were killed and 60 others injured in a stampede that broke out at the Maha Kumbh Mela in the early hours of Wednesday. The pre-dawn stampede at the Sangam area of the Maha Kumbh broke out as millions of pilgrims jostled for space to take a holy dip on the occasion of Mauni Amavasya considered one of the most auspicious days during the Mela.

For passengers who have already booked their travel to the Maha Kumbh Mela, OSRTC has assured that it will p...