New Delhi, Oct. 17 -- Several people were injured after a section of Kolkata's Chorbagan Sarbojanin Durga Puja pandal collapsed amid heavy crowds on Saptami evening.

According to a report by Bengali news channel, ABP Ananda, 17 people have lost their lives in this unfortunate incident. However, the official authorities have not yet confirmed the total number of fatalities.

The injured were taken to Calcutta Medical College and Hospital for treatment, while police stopped further visitors from entering the venue.

According to India Today and The Indian Express, the incident occurred as large numbers of devotees gathered at the pandal to offer prayers and view the Durga Puja arrangements.

Initial reports by Anandabazar suggested that a ...