During the Maha Kumbh Mela on Mauni Amavasya, a religious gathering at Triveni Sangam took a sad turn as an unruly crowd turned into a fatal stampede. Chaos broke out as many rushed for the sacred dip, killing three believers and injuring many more. The sheer volume of pilgrims overtook officials in spite of security measures, prompting worries about crowd control and safety at major religious gatherings.