Kolkata pandal stampede kills 19, injures 25; CJP activist released on peace bond

A stampede at a Durga Puja pandal in Kolkata has killed at least 19 and injured 25, marking a significant public-safety failure during a major religious festival. Separately, a CJP activist was released after signing a peace bond, indicating ongoing local political tensions. The stampede raises questions about crowd-control measures and may prompt official inquiries.