Kolkata, Oct. 18 -- West Bengal Governor RN Ravi on Sunday met those injured in the stampede at the Chorbagan Sarbojanin Durga Puja pandal in North Kolkata. He enquired about their well-being and treatment at the hospital, according to Lok Bhavan. The stampede claimed 19 lives and left 25 people hospitalised.

The Governor also prayed for the speedy and complete recovery of the injured.

In a post on X, Ravi said, "I am deeply heartbroken by the tragic stampede incident at a Durga Puja pandal in Kolkata, resulting in the loss of many precious lives. In this hour of grief, I extend my heartfelt condolences to the bereaved families. I pray for the swift recovery of the injured."

Earlier in the day, Union Home Minister Amit Shah and West Be...