CJP demands impartial probe into Chorbagan stampede that killed 19 in Kolkata

The party called for emergency evacuation plans, trained personnel, improved medical support and regular public updates on the investigation and relief measures.

Relatives mourn as they arrive to collect the bodies of victims from the Kolkata Police morgue. Photo: ANI
2 min read  |  Published: 24 Oct 2026

Kolkata: CJP's West Bengal unit on Saturday demanded an impartial probe into the Chorbagan stampede that claimed 19 lives and called for accountability for any negligence established during the investigation.

The party organised a condolence programme and a press conference to pay tribute to the victims and express solidarity with the affected families.

Addressing the press conference, a Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) member called for safety audits, trained personnel, emergency evacuation plans and better coordination among emergency services.

In a statement, CJP coordinator Prakriti Sahu outlined the party's demands, including timely financial assistance and medical support for the affected families and injured, stronger safety guidelines for major public gatherings and festival pandals across the state, and regular public updates on the investigation and relief measures.

The party said it would submit its demands in writing to the relevant authorities and seek details of the action taken.

CJP also called for a review of crowd-management arrangements, emergency exits, medical assistance, event permissions and the response of the authorities concerned.

The party appealed to civil society organisations and citizens to support the affected families and efforts to prevent similar incidents.

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