Prayagraj

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 ...

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...

January 29, 2025 12:31 PM

PM Modi continues to monitor Maha Kumbh situation, CM Yogi holds high-level meeting

Prime Minister Narendra Modi is closely monitoring the situation at the Maha Kumbh following a stampede-like incident on Wednesday. He has been in constant contact with the Uttar Pradesh government and has spoken with Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath three times, offering directions to restore normalcy and assist with relief efforts. Meanwhile, Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath convened a high-level meeting with senior state officials to assess the situation and implement necessary measures for main...

January 29, 2025 9:30 AM

Prime Minister Modi speaks to UP CM Yogi on Mahakumbh Mela incident, situations under control

Prime Minister Narendra Modi reached out to Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath thrice to monitor the situation at the ongoing Mahakumbh Mela in Prayagraj on Wednesday. He called for immediate support measures for the affected people. Now, situations are well under control. CM Yogi has appealed to the people not to pay attention to rumours, and follow instructions. A stampede-like situation occurred in the early hours of Wednesday after some barriers broke, leading to injuries, accordi...

January 27, 2025 4:28 PM

Mahakumbh: Union Minister Amit Shah takes holy dip at Sangam

Union Home Minister Amit Shah visited the Mahakumbh Mela in Prayagraj on Monday, where he took a holy dip at the Sangam— the sacred confluence of the Ganga, Yamuna, and the now-extinct Saraswati rivers. Shah was accompanied by Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath. Shah's itinerary includes visits to the Bade Hanuman Ji and Abhayvat temples. He will also stop at the Juna Akhara, where he will have lunch with the seers, and visit Guru Sharananand Ji's Ashram. Additionally, he is schedu...

January 24, 2025 1:04 PM

Maha Kumbh 2025 breaks records with 10 crore visitors

The ongoing Mahakumbh festival in Prayagraj has become a remarkable celebration of faith, culture, and meticulous planning, drawing over 10 crore devotees and visitors as of January 23. On Makar Sankranti (January 14), an astounding 3.5 crore devotees gathered to take a sacred dip at the Triveni Sangam, where the Ganga, Yamuna, and the mythical Saraswati rivers meet. The festival is expected to attract a total of 45 crore devotees by its conclusion, making it one of the largest religious gathe...

January 21, 2025 8:14 PM

Gautam Adani praises MahaKumbh management as a subject of study for management institutes

Adani Group Chairman Gautam Adani praised the Uttar Pradesh administration for its outstanding management of the MahaKumbh Mela during his visit to Prayagraj on Tuesday. Adani highlighted the meticulous organization of the event, describing it as a remarkable example of efficient administration that should serve as a case study for management institutes and corporate houses. He lauded the efforts of police personnel and sanitation workers who ensure seamless arrangements for millions of visitor...

January 17, 2025 2:54 PM

Prohibitory orders enforced in Prayagraj ahead of Mahakumbh events

Prayagraj authorities have imposed prohibitory orders across the district until February 28, to maintain law and order during the ongoing Mahakumbh Mela and other scheduled events. The Additional Commissioner of Police, Prayagraj, issued the orders under Section 163 of the Indian Civil Security Code, 2023 (Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita, 2023). The directive aims to prevent potential disruptions during the festival season and various competitive examinations. The Mahakumbh Mela, which star...