Sun Feb 16 20:45:40 UTC 2025: ## Delhi Railway Station Stampede Leaves 18 Dead, AAP Blames BJP

**NEW DELHI, February 17, 2025** – A stampede at New Delhi Railway Station on Sunday resulted in at least 18 deaths, sparking accusations of negligence and a cover-up from the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP). The AAP alleges the actual death toll is higher than reported, citing discrepancies between official figures and eyewitness accounts.

Senior AAP leader Sanjay Singh held the BJP-led central government responsible, criticizing the railway administration for its handling of a large crowd and a sudden platform change announcement that led to the chaos. He pointed to similar incidents, such as the Maha Kumbh stampede, highlighting a failure to implement adequate crowd control measures despite previous large-scale events.

Caretaker Chief Minister Atishi visited injured victims in hospitals and offered support to their families, while AAP chief Arvind Kejriwal extended condolences. The Delhi Congress demanded a thorough investigation and aid for the bereaved families. Meanwhile, Delhi BJP leaders cancelled political events to show respect for the victims and offered their condolences.

The incident occurred on a Sunday morning at a platform described as deserted following the stampede. The exact number of casualties remains unclear, with conflicting reports ranging from 15 to 18 deaths. The AAP claims that initial acknowledgement of the deaths by the Lieutenant Governor was subsequently edited, and that the Railway Minister denied the incident altogether. This has led to further calls for transparency and accountability.

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