Magh Purnima snan: To guarantee proper security, drones and AI-enabled cameras have been placed across the Mela area to track every movement of worshippers.
Today is Magh Purnima snan: Thousands of worshippers flocked to the Triveni Sangam ghats during the Mahakumbh Mela in Prayagraj, Uttar Pradesh, on Wednesday to experience a sacred plunge in honor of 'Magh Purnima'.Prayagraj's early-morning drone footage revealed throngs of worshippers in and around the Sangam.
When a helicopter passed over the river and rained flower petals on the devotees and ascetics bathing in the Sangam, they also experienced "Push varsha."
Vivek Chaturvedi, another mela officer, claims that "this time, an unexpected crowd has come to the Mela for the snan." Chaturvedi stated that the 'Magh Purnima' bath will be held all day on Wednesday, adding that all the necessary arrangements have been done for the event.
Yogi Adityanath, the chief minister of Uttar Pradesh, announced on Tuesday that over 45 crore worshippers had already taken a "holy Triveni bath" at the Maha Kumbh.
Mahakumbh: Important points for Magh Purnima snan
On "Magh Purnima," it is considered a sacred occasion to take a "snan" (bath) in the Triveni Sangam, which is the meeting point of the Ganga, Yamuna, and Saraswati rivers. The fourth 'Amrit Snan' is scheduled on Wednesday, February 12, and the state government and fair officials are getting ready to control the crowd.
Special measures have been made by administrative officials for the day, which signifies the conclusion of the month-long 'kalpavas', a significant Maha Kumbh custom. On January 13, Paush Purnima, Kalpavas started with the start of the Maha Kumbh.
Yogi Adityanath, the chief minister of Uttar Pradesh, had earlier wished the state's citizens, as well as the seers and devotees who had traveled there for the Maha Kumbh, a happy Magh Purnima. In addition to being a significant event for the 'kalpavasis' at the Sangam site, he claimed that washing, giving, and worship have particular meaning on this occasion. Additionally, he instructed officials that no citizen, "kalpavasi," or devotee should experience any inconvenience on this special day.
Yogi Adityanath, the chief minister of Uttar Pradesh, had earlier wished the state's citizens, as well as the seers and devotees who had traveled there for the Maha Kumbh, a happy Magh Purnima. In addition to being a significant event for the 'kalpavasis' at the Sangam site, he claimed that washing, giving, and worship have particular meaning on this occasion. Additionally, he instructed officials that no citizen, "kalpavasi," or devotee should experience any inconvenience on this special day.
Prayagraj has been designated as a no-vehicle zone, with the exception of emergency vehicles, to protect the safety and security of all devotees. For confirmed information, Deputy Inspector General (DIG) Vaibhav Krishna advised the public to monitor the UP Police's Facebook and X pages. In an effort to reduce traffic, specific parking spots have also been demarcated for both private and public cars, according to an official statement.
For the convenience of the pupils, physical classes were halted from February 7 to February 12 in Prayagraj's secondary schools across all boards.
Drones and cameras equipped with artificial intelligence have been used to control traffic and keep an eye on the whereabouts of devotees in the Mela region. According to an officer, in order to improve traffic management, officials in nearby districts have been entrusted with monitoring incoming vehicle numbers and routes, and real-time data is being collected from toll plazas.
As authorities prepare for a massive inflow of devotees, first-rate healthcare procedures are also in place. According to officials, the CM has ordered all hospitals in the city, division, and Mahakumbh district to be on high alert. In order to offer prompt aid during emergencies, up to 133 ambulances—125 road ambulances, seven river ambulances, and one air ambulance—have been dispatched.
More than 2,000 workers have been positioned within the fair area, with an additional 700 staff members at the Swaroop Rani Nehru (SRN) hospital on high alert, according to Dr. Gaurav Dubey, the Mahakumbh Mela's nodal medical officer. In order to handle any emergency, this institution maintains 200 units of blood on hand and 250 reserved beds. With a combined capacity of 500 beds, Mahakumbh Nagar's 43 hospitals are all equipped to handle any emergency.
For the devotees, the necessary travel arrangements have also been prepared. Prior to Magh Purnima, railway minister Ashwini Vaishnaw examined the setup at eight train stations. Additionally, he examined the Prayagraj train station.Additionally, 1,200 extra buses have been scheduled by the state transportation department and will run every ten minutes.
The world's largest spiritual gathering, the magnificent Mela 2025, began on January 13 and is conducted every 12 years. On February 26, the event will come to an end in honor of Mahashivratri.
For the convenience of the pupils, physical classes were halted from February 7 to February 12 in Prayagraj's secondary schools across all boards.
Drones and cameras equipped with artificial intelligence have been used to control traffic and keep an eye on the whereabouts of devotees in the Mela region. According to an officer, in order to improve traffic management, officials in nearby districts have been entrusted with monitoring incoming vehicle numbers and routes, and real-time data is being collected from toll plazas.
As authorities prepare for a massive inflow of devotees, first-rate healthcare procedures are also in place. According to officials, the CM has ordered all hospitals in the city, division, and Mahakumbh district to be on high alert. In order to offer prompt aid during emergencies, up to 133 ambulances—125 road ambulances, seven river ambulances, and one air ambulance—have been dispatched.
More than 2,000 workers have been positioned within the fair area, with an additional 700 staff members at the Swaroop Rani Nehru (SRN) hospital on high alert, according to Dr. Gaurav Dubey, the Mahakumbh Mela's nodal medical officer. In order to handle any emergency, this institution maintains 200 units of blood on hand and 250 reserved beds. With a combined capacity of 500 beds, Mahakumbh Nagar's 43 hospitals are all equipped to handle any emergency.
For the devotees, the necessary travel arrangements have also been prepared. Prior to Magh Purnima, railway minister Ashwini Vaishnaw examined the setup at eight train stations. Additionally, he examined the Prayagraj train station.Additionally, 1,200 extra buses have been scheduled by the state transportation department and will run every ten minutes.
The world's largest spiritual gathering, the magnificent Mela 2025, began on January 13 and is conducted every 12 years. On February 26, the event will come to an end in honor of Mahashivratri.
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