Maha Kumbh

March 18, 2025 2:29 PM

PM Modi thanks ‘sabka prayas’ for making Maha Kumbh a success

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday lauded the successful conduct of the Maha Kumbh in Uttar Pradesh’s Prayagraj, which witnessed the participation of over 66 crore devotees. He expressed gratitude to the people, emphasising that through the idea of ‘Sabka Prayas’ (everyone’s effort), India has presented a remarkable example of unity to the world. Addressing the Lok Sabha, PM Modi said, "Today, through this House, I bow down to the crores of countrymen who ensured the successful...

February 27, 2025 7:53 PM

“Prayagraj Maha Kumbh has opened five spiritual tourism corridors in state”: UP CM Yogi

Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Thursday hailed the success of the Maha Kumbh in Prayagraj, revealing that the grand religious event witnessed an unprecedented footfall of over 66.30 crore devotees. He also announced the creation of five new spiritual tourism corridors connecting Prayagraj with major pilgrimage sites across the state. Addressing a gathering, CM Yogi said, "Prayagraj Maha Kumbh has opened five spiritual tourism corridors in the state—Prayagraj-Mirzapur-Kashi, P...

February 14, 2025 2:14 PM

Maha Kumbh: 300 sanitation workers set Guinness World Record

In a remarkable achievement, 300 sanitation workers at Maha Kumbh 2025 have secured a Guinness World Record for the first-ever coordinated river cleaning effort. This historic feat took place across multiple Ganga sectors during the festival. According to Maha Kumbh Mela CEO Akanksha Rana, this marks the world’s first Guinness record for a large-scale river cleaning event involving 300 workers. She also indicated that more records will follow as part of the ongoing cleanliness campaign. A to...

February 12, 2025 2:03 PM

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...

February 8, 2025 7:59 PM

Lok Sabha Speaker calls upon youth to turn towards books for strength and inspiration

Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla has called upon people, especially young minds, to turn to books for strength and inspiration. Books are the true guiding force in both personal and societal growth as they are the permanent records of knowledge, preserving ideas and legacies for future generations, he noted. The Speaker urged the youth to embrace books as a source of inspiration, motivation, and strength to overcome challenges. Birla made these observations today as he launched two books — ‘Stree...

February 5, 2025 7:15 PM

PM Modi shares ‘divine’ experience from sacred visit to Prayagraj

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday shared glimpses of his sacred visit to Prayagraj, Uttar Pradesh, describing it as a moment of profound spiritual connection. Taking to social media platform X, the Prime Minister posted a video and wrote, "Here are highlights from a very divine visit to Prayagraj." During the visit, PM Modi participated in a ceremonial 'Snan' at the Triveni Sangam—the sacred confluence of the Ganga, Yamuna, and the mythical Saraswati rivers. He described the experien...

February 3, 2025 11:53 AM

Yogi Adityanath monitors Basant Panchami Amrit Snan at Maha Kumbh, ensures safety and smooth arrangements

Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath took proactive measures to ensure the safety and smooth conduct of the Basant Panchami Amrit Snan at the Maha Kumbh, starting his day early at 3 AM to monitor updates from the 'war room.' Following the tragic stampede that resulted in 30 deaths and 60 injuries, CM Adityanath focused his attention on the safety and well-being of both the sants and devotees attending the sacred ritual. His main priority was to ensure that all necessary arrangements wer...

January 30, 2025 9:21 AM

Maha Kumbh: Devotees praise management for safety measures for smooth rituals day after stampede

Following the tragic stampede at the Maha Kumbh on Wednesday in which 30 people were killed and 60 were injured, thousands of devotees continued to travel to Prayagraj on Thursday to take their holy dip at the Triveni Sangam, as the situation is now under control. Despite the dense fog and overwhelming crowds, many pilgrims expressed their relief and gratitude on Thursday for the efficient crowd management and safety measures in place. The Maha Kumbh, a grand religious gathering held every 12 ...

January 29, 2025 10:11 PM

CM Yogi announces Rs 25 lakh aid for Maha Kumbh stampede victims

Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Wednesday expressed condolences over the stampede at Maha Kumbh in Prayagraj, where at least 30 people lost their lives and 60 sustained injuries. Officials confirmed that 25 bodies had been identified, while efforts were ongoing to identify the remaining victims. Speaking to the media, Adityanath said that the state government has been in continuous contact with the administration since the incident occurred. He announced financial assistance of ...

January 29, 2025 9:39 PM

Maha Kumbh stampede in Prayagraj: 30 dead, 60 injured

A stampede at the Maha Kumbh in Prayagraj early Wednesday resulted in the deaths of 30 people and left 60 others injured, according to Deputy Inspector General (DIG) Kumbh, Vaibhav Krishna. Twenty-five bodies have been identified, while efforts are underway to confirm the identities of the remaining victims, Krishna said during a press conference. Among the deceased, four were from Karnataka, one from Assam, and one from Gujarat. Authorities reported that 36 injured individuals are currently r...