Preparations have been intensified in Prayagraj ahead of the Mahakumbh Mela 2025 as several measures have been taken on the ground to facilitate the devotees and visitors coming for the 'Shahi Snan'.
Speaking to ANI, Awasthi stated that the Chief Minister has estimated that the number of devotees visiting the Mahakumbh area would almost double what it was in 2019, adding that 25 crore people visited Prayagraj during Kumbh 2019.
The Maha Kumbh held once every 12 years, is scheduled to begin on January 13 in Prayagraj and conclude on February 26. The main bathing rituals, known as the Shahi Snan (royal baths), will take place on January 14 (Makar Sankranti), January 29 (Mauni Amavasya), and February 3 (Basant Pancha
The Maha Kumbh Mela Authority and the police department have established a high-tech computerized lost-and-found registration centre utilizing AI technology, which is commonly referred to as the 1920 Center.
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.
Under the guidance of Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath, dedicated healthcare services have been implemented, including the establishment of a fully operational Sub-Central Hospital in Sector 24, Arail, alongside the Central Hospital. This initiative aims to ensure that every devotee receive
After Chhotu Baba, Harishchandra Vishwakarma Kabira also known as Chabhi wale Baba carries 20 kg of a key along with him stole the spotlight in Maha Kumbh Mela, Uttar Pradesh's Prayagraj, saying that this is 'Ram Naam ki Chabhi'.
Seers from several major akhadas have already arrived at the campsite, including Atal Akhara, Mahanirvani Akhara, Niranjani Akhada, Ahwan Akhada, and Juna Akhada, the largest Akhada in the Sanyasi tradition.
On the occasion of Mahakumbh in Prayagraj, a large number of foreign devotees are also arriving at the "Kriyayoga Ashram and Research Institute Of Swami Yogi Satyam" at Mahakumbhand to participate in yoga classes.