"prayagraj"

Managing such a massive number of people was a challenge, which was efficiently handled by the government and administration, presenting it as a model to the world. Over the 45 days of this grand event, more than 660 million devotees participated. This number is nearly half of India's total population

In an earlier announcement, CM Adityanath had said that those who could not visit the Maha Kumbh would receive Sangam water at their doorstep. Following this, ADG Fire Department Padmaja Chauhan directed Chief Fire Officer (CFO) Pramod Sharma to ensure that all returning fire tenders from Maha Kumbh carry Sangam water to their respective districts

Putting an end to VIP culture should be one of the key lessons for the authorities to learn from Kumbh Mela apart from crowd management

According to industry leaders, the grand festival is estimated to have generated business of over Rs 3 lakh crore (about $360 billion) through goods and services, making it one of the biggest economic events in the country

While returning home, Nallagoni Veeraiah suffered a massive heart attack when they reached Nizamabad town, others took him to a nearby hospital where he was declared brought dead

Despite the large turnout, the Uttar Pradesh government, with continuous monitoring by CM Yogi, has ensured that the event runs smoothly. Pilgrims have praised the seamless arrangements, reflecting the government's diligent efforts to manage such a large-scale event

Being the last auspicious 'snan' of the Maha Kumbh, a large number of devotees had begun to gather on the banks of the Sangam from close to midnight, and while some camped and waited patiently to take the dip at 'Brahma Muhurt', scores of them performed the bathing rituals much before the appointed time.

Kumbh Mela area to be no vehicle zone from 4 PM Tuesday, Prayagraj from 6 PM

Pilgrims describe feeling a soothing breeze of peace shrouding them as they take 'snan' (sacred dip) in the confluence of the three holy rivers -- Ganga, Yamuna, and Saraswati.

Bollywood star Katrina was joined by her mother-in-law Veena Kaushal as they visited the Maha Kumbh

This was the world's first official airmail flown by an aeroplane and the pioneering milestone coincided with the Kumbh Mela that took place in this holy city 114 years ago, according to philately experts

Over half of India's 110 crore Sanatan followers have bathed in the holy confluence, and this number is expected to surpass 65 crore by the final ‘amrit snan' on February 26, an official statement said

Chauhan took the holy dip at Triveni Sangam, the confluence of the Ganga, and Yamuna, and the mythological Saraswati rivers, on Feb 22

Jana Sena workers have demanded strict action against those responsible for the act

Organised by the Uttar Pradesh Department of Culture in collaboration with the Indian Council of Cultural Relations (ICCR), the two-day festival will showcase performances by 127 artists, including 107 international performers and seven Indian artists, representing 30 countries.

Devotees from across India and the world are arriving in large numbers to participate in this religious event

The railway ministry urged passengers to cooperate and adhere to official guidelines to ensure smooth and safe travel operations

Scores of Telugu NRIs from the Gulf region are travelling to India exclusively to take a holy dip at the Sangam, the sacred confluence of Ganga, Yamuna and Saraswati rivers and embrace spirituality

A CPCB report revealed high fecal coliform levels in the Ganga and Yamuna rivers in Prayagraj during the Mahakumbh, indicating potential sewage contamination. The NGT ordered further action from UPPCB

Despite the massive influx of devotees, the spirit of faith, enthusiasm, and devotion continues to rise, with people flocking to the sacred banks of the Ganga to take part in the divine ritual.