Maha Kumbh Ends With ‘Mahashivratri’ Snan: Large Safety, 4,500 Buses, 350 Trains Deployed For Devotees

Prayagraj: The Maha Kumbh 2025 will conclude with the ultimate Amrit Snan on Mahashivratri, scheduled for Wednesday, February 26. Authorities have put elaborate preparations in place to handle the large inflow of devotees anticipated for the final sacred bathtub on the spiritual congregation, which has up to now witnessed a file participation of over 64 crore pilgrims. 

Anticipating a surge of devotees, the complete mela space was declared a ‘no car zone’ from 4 PM on Tuesday. Officers have urged pilgrims to take a dip on the nearest ghats to forestall overcrowding on the Sangam. Uttar Pradesh State Street Transport Company (UPSRTC) is working 4,500 buses to take the devotees to their vacation spot. 

The Railway Ministry introduced plans for the protected return of pilgrims, stating that 350 trains have been scheduled to facilitate their journey residence. “As the ultimate Amrit Snan of Maha Kumbh 2025 is scheduled for February 26, numerous pilgrims from numerous states, together with Uttar Pradesh, Bihar, Madhya Pradesh, Jharkhand, and West Bengal, have gathered in Prayagraj to wash on the Sangam,” a press release from the ministry mentioned. 

Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath is personally monitoring the preparations to make sure the sleek conduct of the snan. “There are clear-cut directives to make sure the protection and safety of devotees. The CM is monitoring all of the preparations himself,” a senior official instructed PTI. 

The federal government has issued an advisory outlining designated ghats for pilgrims. Devotees arriving from Uttari Jhunsi have been suggested to make use of Harishchandra Ghat and Outdated GT Ghat, whereas these coming from Dakshini Jhunsi ought to proceed to Arail Ghat. Different beneficial ghats embody Bharadwaj Ghat, Nagavasuki Ghat, Mori Ghat, Kali Ghat, Ram Ghat, and Hanuman Ghat for pilgrims coming into by the Pande space. Officers mentioned that pontoon bridges could be operated primarily based on the group move. 

Safety has been tightened, with 37,000 police personnel and 14,000 residence guards deployed throughout the Maha Kumbh website. The authorities have put in 2,750 AI-based CCTV cameras, arrange three Jal Police stations, 18 Jal Police management rooms, and 50 watch towers to supervise safety measures. 

“Apart from large-scale safety preparations, we’re additionally monitoring social media 24×7 to verify any unfold of misinformation concerning the Maha Kumbh,” DIG (Kumbh) Vaibhav Krishna instructed PTI. 

On Tuesday, over a crore pilgrims arrived at Mahakumbh Nagar, the short-term 76th district of Uttar Pradesh created for the occasion. Amidst the non secular fervor, devotees continued to pour into the Maha Kumbh space late into the evening. Distributors promoting ‘puja’ ware lined the streets as safety personnel labored to manage the crowds on the Sangam confluence. 

Further safety measures have additionally been applied at railway stations to make sure the protected departure of pilgrims. Deputy Superintendent of Police Yashwant Singh emphasised crowd management efforts on the platforms. “We’ve elevated alertness forward of the Mahakumbh snan on Mahashivratri. Further safety has been deployed right here, after which the overall variety of personnel deployed is greater than 350. Barricading has been completed throughout. A holding space has been arrange, and passengers are being introduced right here. They’re being given entry solely after their prepare arrives on the platform. We’re guaranteeing that the platform’s passengers don’t exceed its capability. All preparations are in place,” he instructed ANI. 

With stringent safety measures and detailed logistical preparations in place, authorities stay centered on guaranteeing a seamless end result of the Maha Kumbh 2025. 

(With PTI, ANI inputs)