Maha Kumbh Mela 2025

March 2, 2025 12:02 PM

Indian diaspora, foreign media celebrate Maha Kumbh Mela 2025 as a global spiritual spectacle

Newspapers in the UAE have lauded the Maha Kumbh Mela 2025, highlighting its global appeal, seamless organization, and the participation of UAE residents in one of the world's largest religious gatherings. Publications such as Gulf News, Khaleej Times, Gulf Today, and The National focused on the event's cultural richness, spiritual significance, and technological advancements that ensured its smooth execution. Khaleej Times reported that the Maha Kumbh attracted an estimated 330 million attende...

January 20, 2025 12:03 PM

Maha Kumbh 2025 to generate 12 lakh gig and temporary jobs, benefit over 8 lakh workers

The 45-day Maha Kumbh 2025 is anticipated to generate an estimated 1.2 million (12 lakh) gig and temporary jobs, benefitting over eight lakh workers across various sectors, according to a report on Monday. The historic congregation at Prayagraj in Uttar Pradesh is emerging as a powerhouse for temporary employment and economic growth in the country. This landmark event is projected to boost commerce not only in Prayagraj but also in neighbouring regions, with key industries such as tourism, tra...

January 12, 2025 12:27 PM

India set for Maha Kumbh Mela, the world’s largest gathering of humanity

A six-week Maha Kumbh Mela begins in India on Monday, a Hindu sacred event that will be the world's largest gathering of humanity as it showcases religion, spirituality, tourism and crowd management. More than 400 million people are expected in Prayagraj, Uttar Pradesh, over the course of six weeks to take a holy dip at the confluence of three sacred rivers - the Ganga, the Yamuna, and the mythical, invisible Saraswati. Devout Hindus believe taking a dip in the sacred waters absolves people of...

January 2, 2025 8:08 PM

Telecom services strengthened for Maha Kumbh Mela 2025 in Prayagraj

The Department of Telecommunications (DoT) is working closely with telecom service providers to enhance communication infrastructure for the upcoming Maha Kumbh Mela 2025 in Prayagraj, Uttar Pradesh. Preparations are aimed at ensuring uninterrupted connectivity for the millions of devotees and visitors expected to attend the event. Telecom Upgrades in Prayagraj City Within Prayagraj, 126 kilometers of optical fiber have been laid to reinforce the telecom backbone. To enhance coverage, ...