Admin should have done more

All was going as per the plan and Mahakumbh was heading for a peaceful and accident free finale, but the incident of stampede during last Shahi Snan has jolted one and all. While some are of the view that this incident is a blemish on Haridwar's image, while some believe that such incidents are a part of grand fairs. KARUNA VERMA engages some youngsters as they speak on the issue.

Buck stops at admin

Though this stampede would not affect city's image, but it has certainly put a question mark on the tall claims of administration. Had administration been proactive this sad incident could have been averted. - Preeti

Culprits must be punished

For sure, accidents like stampede would blot Haridwar's image. To make sure that such accidents do not occur in future, an investigation should be launched and culprits must be punished. - Deepali Tyagi

Investigate the incident

Such incidents are bound to happen if all necessary security measure are not in place. Administration should have done shown little farsightedness, more so during Kumbh.

- Hari Om

Managing crowd tough task

It is true that like these accidents would mar city's image. True, managing such a large gathering of devotees is tough task. But in challenges lie opportunities.

Jal Singh

Must avoid such tragedies

Indeed, it is a sad incident and no one can justify the loss of lives. Such incidents should be averted in future, only then Haridwar would be able to emerge as a must visit destination for one and all. - vandna