**New Delhi, India** – In a tragic incident at the New Delhi railway station, a stampede resulted in the loss of 18 lives, with several others injured. The chaos erupted due to confusion over train schedules and platform changes, according to authorities.
The incident occurred during peak hours when the station was bustling with passengers. Eyewitnesses reported a sudden announcement of a platform change, which led to panic among the crowd. The ensuing rush to reach the new platform caused a stampede, resulting in fatalities and injuries.
Emergency services were promptly deployed to the scene, and the injured were rushed to nearby hospitals. Authorities have launched an investigation into the incident, aiming to understand the sequence of events and prevent future occurrences.
Railway officials expressed condolences to the families of the victims and assured that measures would be taken to enhance passenger safety and communication at the station.
The tragedy has sparked discussions on the need for improved infrastructure and better management of passenger flow at major railway hubs across the country.
