Crowd surges are not uncommon in India, where massive groups often congregate at religious sites, overwhelming local infrastructure and security.

At least six people were killed in a stampede after a large crowd gathered at the Mansa Devi temple in the northern Indian city of Haridwar, ANI reported on Sunday, citing Garhwal…

Overhead power line reportedly snaps and falls onto a part of the crowd, triggering panic among devotees.