Uttar Pradesh has created a temporary district for the Maha Kumbh Mela, which will feature extensive administrative and police setups, and will cease to exist after March 2025.

Maha Kumbh 2025: Uttar Pradesh police will deploy underwater drones for enhanced surveillance during the Maha Kumbh Mela 2025 in Prayagraj. The drone can identify objects underwater and will support water police and PAC efforts for safe event management.

Mahakumbh Nagar: With Mahakumbh 2025 approaching, preparations in Prayagraj have gained significant momentum as the Uttar Pradesh government, led by Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath, focuses on expediting the land allocation process. During a recent review meeting, the Chief Minister directed officials to complete all land allocations by Dec 31. Acting swiftly on his instructions, authorities have allocated land to over 4,000 organizations, with an estimated 8,000 to 10,000 participants expected to attend the grand spiritual gathering.

India - January 13, 2025 Hindu devotees on Monday took a 'holy bath' on the first day of the Kumbh Mela festival at Sangam, the confluence of the holy rivers Ganges, Yamuna, and Saraswati, in the northern Indian state of Uttar Pradesh. Hundreds of millions of pilgrims are expected to gather for ritual baths at this sacred confluence during the six-week Hindu festival, held every 12 years. Camera: RAJAT GUPTA. SHOT LIST: HINDU DEVOTEES TAKE A 'HOLY BATH' ON THE FIRST DAY OF THE KUMBH MELA FESTIVAL AT SANGAM, THE CONFLUENCE OF THE HOLY RIVERS GANGES, YAMUNA AND SARASWATI, IN PRAYAGRAJ, NORTHERN STATE OF UTTAR PRADESH, INDIA.

Maha Kumbh Mela started in Prayagraj with devotees taking a holy dip. Uttar Pradesh Police employed advanced technologies such as drones and CCTV for better security. The extended ghats helped avoid overcrowding. Prime Minister Modi celebrated the event, emphasizing its cultural significance. The gathering, featuring over 45 crore devotees, will conclude on February 26.