Mahakumbh Mela 2025: 1.5 Crore devotees collect on first day for Shahi Snan; Inside particulars of preparations

The grand Mahakumbh Mela 2025, famend as the biggest gathering on Earth, formally commenced on Monday, coinciding with the auspicious event of Paush Purnima. The occasion, which spans 45 days, is predicted to draw an estimated 1.5 crore (15 million) devotees from throughout the globe to the sacred confluence of the Ganga, Yamuna, and the legendary Saraswati rivers on the Triveni Sangam.
The Mela started with the numerous ritual of ‘Shahi Snan,’ marking a uncommon celestial alignment that happens as soon as each 144 years. Devotees gathered in huge numbers, embracing the non secular fervor of this historic event.
Key Highlights and Preparations
CM Yogi Adityanath’s Assertion: Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath emphasised the worldwide significance of the Mahakumbh, inviting individuals worldwide to expertise India’s wealthy cultural and non secular heritage. He described the occasion as a uncommon alternative to witness the colourful traditions of Uttar Pradesh.
Grand Yagya by Namami Gange: On the eve of Maha Kumbh, the Namami Gange initiative organized a large-scale ‘yagya’ on the Sangam. Over 200 Ganga Sevadoots, together with 1000’s of individuals, pledged their dedication to preserving the purity and move of the Ganga. The occasion highlighted the contributions of India’s youth to the Ganga Swachhata Abhiyan.
Security Measures: The Uttar Pradesh Police, together with the Nationwide Catastrophe Response Power (NDRF) and water police models, have been deployed to make sure the security of the tens of millions of devotees taking part within the ‘Shahi Snan’ and different rituals all through the competition.
Site visitors Administration: In depth visitors plans have been applied to handle the massive inflow of automobiles and guarantee easy motion for devotees attending the Mela.
Modern QR Code System: In a bid to boost comfort for pilgrims, over 50,000 QR codes have been put in on electrical energy poles throughout the 25 sectors of the Mela space. These QR codes will help in location identification and permit pilgrims to lodge complaints associated to electrical energy points.
Helicopter Joyrides: Providing a singular perspective of the expansive Kumbh space, helicopter rides have been made obtainable at a decreased price of ₹1,296 per individual. These 7-8 minute rides, beginning January 13, present vacationers with a panoramic aerial view of the Mela and Prayagraj metropolis.
Medical Services: To cater to the well being wants of pilgrims, three hospitals have been established alongside Nationwide Freeway 19 in Bhadohi district, at Aurai, Gopiganj, and Unj police stations. These amenities will turn out to be totally operational from January 14, making certain medical help for devotees touring to the Maha Kumbh.
The Mahakumbh Mela 2025 will conclude on February 26, with vital bathing rituals scheduled on January 14 (Makar Sankranti), January 29 (Mauni Amavasya), and February 3 (Basant Panchami). This grand non secular occasion guarantees to be a profound expertise of devotion, neighborhood, and cultural celebration.