AAP leader and Rajya Sabha member Raghav Chadha criticized the BJP for its failure to manage railway services during the Maha Kumbh. He expressed deep sorrow over the tragic incident, saying it had deeply shaken the nation. Chadha extended his condolences to the families of those who lost their lives and wished for a quick recovery for the injured. He blamed the incident on mismanagement and negligence by Indian Railways. Referring to his speech in Parliament on February 11, Chadha highlighted the poor condition of the railways, comparing the overcrowded trains to "potato sacks" due to the lack of proper management.