With parts of the plains in north India reeling under the early summer heat, many tourists from hot regions like Haryana and Uttar Pradesh have begun making their way to the cooler climes of Himachal. The refreshing weather, clean air, and scenic beauty are drawing large crowds to the region
As per sources of the ministry, this decision comes as part of a broader strategy to manage the large crowds that frequently gather at busy railway stations, ensuring smoother transit and reducing congestion-related issues.
After a brief halt due to large crowds, saints began their procession as they headed to the Triveni Sangam for the second Amrit Snan of MahaKumbh 2025 on the occasion of Mauni Amavasya on Wednesday.
Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Wednesday appealed to devotees at the ongoing Mahakumbh in Uttar Pradesh's Prayagraj to take a holy dip at the ghats nearest to them and advised them to not insist on taking a dip at the Sangam Ghat due to large crowds.
Jagadguru Swami Rambhadracharya Ji on Wednesday appealed to all devotees to not insist on taking a dip at the Sangam Ghat after a stampede-like situation in the ongoing Mahakumbh due to large crowds.
President of Akhil Bharatiya Akhara Parishad, Ravindra Puri, on Wednesday confirmed that the Akharas will not participate in the Snan today in the ongoing Mahakumbh after chaos erupted due to large crowds.
"We are preparing for the Mauni Amavasya now where we are anticipating large crowds of devotees. We are making arrangements for traffic, crowd management and making use of technology for the same. We are hopeful that we will be able to provide all the necessary facilities for the devotees,"
Speaking to ANI, Ayodhya Commissioner Gaurav Dayal said, "The devotees visiting the Maha Kumbh have been visiting Ayodhya temple afterwards. Especially after the holy baths, a huge influx of crowds is being witnessed here. We are expecting large crowds after the Amrit Snan on Mauni Amavasya
The spirit of celebration was visible everywhere, with communities coming together to mark the joyous occasion. Churches were adorned with stunning decorations, creating a magical atmosphere that drew large crowds for prayer and reflection.
Delhi witnessed a sudden change in weather as light rain lashed several parts of the national capital, bringing a festive chill on Christmas Eve. Large crowds gathered at India Gate to soak in the holiday spirit, even as traffic slowed down in some areas due to wet roads.
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