**17 died and over 30 were injured in a stampede at the Chorbagan Sarbojanin Durga Puja pandal in North Kolkata on Saturday evening, around 7:00 PM.**

Heavy rain and lightning triggered panic, causing a rush for shelter. 

Visitors cited inadequate volunteers and safety measures for the surging crowds.

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