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Tuesday, September 29, 2009

Delhi school stampede: Mob sets bus on fire

Tuesday September 29, 2009, New Delhi


An angry mob of around 1,500 people set a bus on fire in Delhi's Khajuri Khas area.

The protesters were demanding a CBI inquiry into the death of five girls in a stampede at a school in the area.

Ten people have been detained in connection with the violence.

The tragedy took place on the September 10 when the students had gathered to appear for an exam.

Parents of the victims have alleged that they have not received the compensation money.

PTI adds: Police used mild force to control the crowd which pelted stones and blocked the highway causing huge traffic jam and inconvenience to motorists in the area.

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