New Delhi, Feb. 3 -- The Supreme Court on Monday refused to entertain a writ petition highlighting concerns over crowd management and public safety at large religious gatherings, including the recent stampede at Maha Kumbh 2025 in Uttar Pradesh.
A bench comprising Chief Justice of India Sanjiv Khanna and Justice Sanjay Kumar emphasised that the matter should be moved to the Allahabad High Court. "It's an unfortunate incident, something that is of concern, but move the High Court," remarked the CJI during the hearing.
The petitioner, Advocate Vishal Tiwari, appeared in person, arguing that stampede incidents at religious events had become a recurring issue.
Senior Advocate Mukul Rohatgi, representing the State of Uttar Pradesh, informed t...