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Several devotees sustain injuries after portion of Durga Puja pandal collapses in Kolkata

An incident occurred in Kolkata amid the Durga Puja festivities. On the evening of Saptami, due to the pressure of the crowd, a portion of the 'Chorbagan Sarbojanin' Puja pandal collapsed. A stampede-like situation was witnessed due to the incident. To ensure the safety of the visitors, the entrance to the Puja pandal has been closed for the time being. Reports indicate that several people sustained injuries when the structure gave way, and some others fell ill.