Maghi Purnima

February 13, 2025 11:06 AM

Indian Railways ensures smooth return for pilgrims after Maghi Purnima: Ashwini Vaishnaw

Union Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw, along with CEO and Chairman of the Railway Board, Satish Kumar, reviewed the crowd management at Prayagraj Railway Stations from the war room at Rail Bhavan on Wednesday. The Minister emphasized that Indian Railways is working tirelessly to ensure pilgrims return home without delays after the holy bath on Maghi Purnima. He directed officials to make trains available in all directions and instructed the Prayagraj division to run additional trains as needed...

Maha Kumbh: Devotees flock for holy dip on Maghi Purnima

On the occasion of 'Maghi Purnima' on Wednesday, thousands of devotees have gathered in Maha Kumbh at the Sangam in Prayagraj to take a holy dip. Anticipating the massive influx, vehicle entry into the fairgrounds was restricted a day in advance. Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath has been personally monitoring the arrangements since early morning. DIG Prayagraj, Vaibhav Krishna, confirmed that the crowd was being efficiently managed, with bathing proceeding peacefully across all ghats. Strict tra...