“Festival crush in Indian city of Kolkata kills at least 17, local media say”

Key points

• A crowd crush at a Kolkata Durga Puja festival exit gate left at least 17 dead.
• The incident occurred in Girish Park area after heavy rain caused overcrowding.
• The festival draws huge crowds to pandals housing goddess Durga idols.
• Prime Minister Modi's office announced compensation for families and injured.
• Local media and TV reported the casualty and injury figures on Saturday.