The preparations for the successful organisation of the Maha Kumbh 2025 are being carried out extensively, with the health department playing a significant role. The health department has made comprehensive arrangements to tackle potential health challenges, especially the HMPV virus.
This came after the Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR) confirmed the detection of two cases of human metapneumovirus (HMPV) in Karnataka, identified through routine surveillance for respiratory viral pathogens.
A sufficient deployment of officers and forces, including personnel from the Central Armed Police Forces (CAPF), has been assigned under the supervision of the police commissioner.
With the deployment of thousands of AI-powered CCTVs, underwater drones, and state-of-the-art facilities for visitors and devotees, the state government and administration are ready for the grand mela, scheduled to begin on January 13 in Prayagraj.
Commissioner Gauba told ANI that the police will be using underwater drones to monitor any kind of security intervention and meet disaster management needs.
The special arrangements for Maha Kumbh devotees, including a floating self-propelled jetty for VIP bathing experience away from the crowd at Sangam done this time to provide a seamless spiritual and comfortable experience.
Prof Ranadev Datta of IIT Kharagpur said the governm
Ahead of the Mahakumbh Mela, Prayagraj Senior Superintendent of Police (SSP) Rajesh Dwivedi said that full arrangements have been made for the devotees attending the Mela.
During the trek, the CM made a note on the possible improvements on the route and assured that arrangements would be made for people to sit on the route.
He said the entire Kumbh area is being monitored through CCTV, and there is no possibility of any lapse in the security arrangements. The DGP said that various mock drills have been conducted by NDRF and SDRF teams to check preparedness to avert any untoward incident.
The re-examination of the Bihar Public Service Commission (BPSC) was held on Saturday at the Bapu Pariksha Parisar after the examination was cancelled earlier.