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April 1, 2026 12:00 PM

Devotees take holy dip at Triveni Sangam on Chaitra Purnima in Prayagraj

A large number of devotees thronged the sacred Triveni Sangam in Prayagraj on Wednesday to take a holy dip on the auspicious occasion of Chaitra Purnima. Since early morning, a continuous stream of pilgrims has been arriving at the confluence of the Ganga, Yamuna, and the mythical Saraswati Rivers, braving unfavourable weather conditions to perform rituals and seek divine blessings. Devotees were seen offering prayers, taking ritualistic dips, and engaging in acts of charity along the riverbank...

March 24, 2026 11:25 AM

Indian Railways commissions Kavach System on Prayagraj-Kanpur section to boost safety and speed

Indian Railways has commissioned the indigenous Kavach system on a 190-kilometre stretch between Prayagraj and Kanpur on the high-density Delhi-Howrah corridor, marking a significant step towards enhancing rail safety and enabling high-speed operations. The system was operationalised on March 22 through Train No. 14163, with senior railway officials, including the General Manager, conducting inspections to assess its performance. A footplate inspection was also carried out between Subedarganj a...

March 23, 2026 8:14 PM

PM announces ex-gratia after Prayagraj cold storage collapse, probe ordered

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday announced ex-gratia assistance for victims of the cold storage collapse in Uttar Pradesh’s Prayagraj, expressing grief over the incident. An amount of ₹2 lakh will be provided from the Prime Minister’s National Relief Fund (PMNRF) to the next of kin of each deceased, while those injured will receive ₹50,000, according to an official statement. The Prime Minister conveyed condolences to the bereaved families and wished a speedy recovery to those in...

January 5, 2026 12:00 PM

Prayagraj Magh Mela: Devotees throng Sangam ghats in large numbers for holy dip

On the third day of the ongoing Magh Mela in Prayagraj, Uttar Pradesh, devotees have been arriving at the Sangam ghats since early morning to take a holy dip at the confluence of the Ganga, Yamuna and Saraswati rivers. The 44-day-long Magh Mela began on January 3 at the Sangam in Prayagraj with the auspicious Paush Purnima bath. A devotee from Hyderabad said, “We have come here from Hyderabad. Earlier, we had visited the Mahakumbh, and now we have come to take a holy dip during the Magh Mela...

August 5, 2025 10:50 AM

UP Dy CM Keshav Prasad Maurya conducts aerial survey of flood-hit Prayagraj

Uttar Pradesh Deputy Chief Minister Keshav Prasad Maurya on Monday conducted an aerial survey of flood-affected areas in Prayagraj, as rising water levels in the Ganga triggered concern across the region. After the survey, Maurya said the current flood situation has surpassed the severity of the 2013 floods. "Today, I did an aerial survey of the flood-affected areas in Prayagraj. After this, I will also conduct a ground survey by boat. This flood is exceeding the levels of 2013. The Ganga’s ...

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 26, 2025 4:50 PM

Maha Kumbh: Sea of devotees arrive at Triveni Sangam for final ‘snan’ on Maha Shivaratri

Devotees from across the country gathered in large numbers at the Triveni Sangam in Prayagraj in the early hours of Wednesday for the final 'Snan' of the Maha Kumbh, coinciding with the auspicious occasion of Maha Shivaratri. Drone visuals captured a massive crowd at the Triveni Sangam, where devotees took a holy dip on the last day of Maha Kumbh. One devotee shared her excitement with ANI, saying, "I cannot express my emotions in words... We came here with great enthusiasm because it ...

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 4, 2025 9:44 PM

PM Modi to visit Maha Kumbh mela, take holy dip at Sangam on Wednesday

Prime Minister Narendra Modi will visit the ongoing Maha Kumbh Mela in Prayagraj on February 5, where he is scheduled to take a holy dip at the Triveni Sangam and offer prayers to Maa Ganga at around 11 AM, according to an official release. The Maha Kumbh Mela 2025, which commenced on Paush Purnima (January 13), is recognized as the world's largest spiritual and cultural gathering, drawing millions of devotees from around the globe. The grand event will continue until Mahashivratri on February ...

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 ...