Uttar Pradesh Deputy Chief Minister Keshav Prasad Maurya said that "important" decisions will be taken at the cabinet meeting scheduled to held today at Maha Kumbh in Prayagraj.
Several flights at the Indira Gandhi International Airport were delayed due to fog. Nine trains originating from various stations to Delhi were running late as well.
"This festival symbolises the resurgence of Sanatan Dharma, and Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath is committed to elevating it to even greater heights," said Chidanand Saraswati.
"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,"
Ahead of the theatrical release of 'Ramayana: The Legend of Prince Rama, the makers have decided to organise the film's screening at the ongoing Maha Kumbh mela.
The exhibition, located on Triveni Marg, offers visitors an interactive and visually engaging experience with anamorphic walls, LED TV screens, LED walls, and holographic cylinders.
Maha Kumbh is one of the largest and most significant religious congregations in the world. The key 'snan' dates left are: January 29 (Mauni Amavasya - Second Shahi Snan), February 3 (Basant Panchami - Third Shahi Snan), February 12 (Maghi Purnima), and February 26 (Maha Shivaratri).
"The entire area has been divided into five zones and twelve sectors to streamline the arrangements. With the support of special police forces from the headquarters, we are ensuring that all devotees are safely guided to the site," said the SSP.