Siliguri, 30th January: A resident of Siliguri, Amal Poddar, passed away tragically in Maha Kumbh Mela.
Amal, a resident of Madani Bazaar was part of a group from the area that had gone on a pilgrimage to the Kumbh Mela and other sacred sites. According to reports, Amal and his wife had planned to return home after visiting the Kumbh Mela, but Amal tragically passed away due to breathing issues. His family was informed of his condition, and his son left for Uttar Pradesh the following morning.
The incident has cast a shadow of grief over the Madani Bazaar area. His family members mentioned that Amal had been struggling with breathing issues for the past few days.