Kolkata Unit Coordinates Local Response
CJP West Bengal unit organised a candlelight condolence and press conference in Kolkata on 24 October following the 17 October Chorabagan Sarbojanin Durga Puja stampede that killed 19 people.
Key Demands Issued
- Impartial and transparent investigation into circumstances and any negligence.
- Accountability based on evidence for crowd management failures.
- Timely financial assistance and medical support for families and injured.
- Regular safety audits, trained personnel, emergency evacuation plans, and better inter-agency coordination for public gatherings.
- Review of event permissions, emergency exits, and authority responses.
Coordinator Prakriti Sahu outlined the demands. Researcher Dedipio Ganguly stressed preventive measures against similar incidents.
"The party called for a thorough investigation to establish the circumstances surrounding the tragedy and determine responsibility on the basis of evidence."
Candlelight march documented by local media. Demands to be submitted in writing to authorities.