Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 03:29pm on 12 Jan 2025,Sunday International
India is ready to host the Maha Kumbh Mela, the world's largest religious gathering, in Prayagraj, Uttar Pradesh, from Jan 13 to Feb 26, 2025. Over 400 million devotees are expected to participate, with pilgrims taking a holy dip at the confluence of the Ganga, Yamuna, and Saraswati rivers. The event spans 4,000 hectares, featuring 150,000 tents, 145,000 restrooms, and 3,000 kitchens. Authorities deployed 40,000 police personnel, AI-powered surveillance, and emergency response teams. Indian Railways introduced 98 special trains. The state allocated ₹64 billion for the festival. Key dates include Jan 29 (Mauni Amavasya) and Feb 26 (Maha Shivaratri).
