Maha Kumbh: BJP chief Nadda, family take dip at Sangam
Prayagraj: BJP president JP Nadda, along with his family, took a holy dip at the Sangam during the ongoing Maha Kumbh on Saturday, February 22. Along with Nadda, Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath, Deputy Chief Minister Brijesh Pathak, Cabinet Ministers Swatantra Dev Singh and Nand Gopal Gupta also took a dip at the Triveni Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
The grand event plans out for even grander records as the Mahakumbh 2025 is coming to an end within 4 days. The largest spiritual gathering in Prayagraj aims to set a multiple Guinness World Records before its culmination on the occasion of Mahashivratri, the last scheduled snan. As many as 59.31 crore devotees have already taken the holy dip at the sacred confluence of the Ganga, Yamuna and Saraswati. By the end of the weekend, it might hit to 60 crore devotees. As the event progresses towards its end, standing close to 45 successful days, it is expected to a finish at a footfall of 65 crore devotees. More than simply being the largest spiritual gathering, Mahakumbh is now ready to set multiple world records through achievements promoting cleanliness, sustainability and cultural heritage. The four ambitious initiatives aimed to be achieved in the coming days include: A massive sanitation drive with 15,000 workers The biggest street cleaning campaign in history is set to take place, with a group of 15,000 sanitation workers hitting on the streets in Prayagraj. They will be sweeping the streets collectively keeping the ghats clean and hygienic aiming to set a new record of the biggest sanitation drive. Different roads have been earmarked for this purpose, including the Sangam Lower Road, Akhara road, and others of Sector 2,3 and 4 of the mela area. A mass water cleanup at the Triveni Sangam Prayagraj aims for a mass water cleanup at the Triveni Sangam, which is the holy confluence of the sacred Ganges, Yamuna and the mythical Saraswati. As many as 300 labourers are going to clean the water stream, making it a record-breaking attempt of an endeavor. It also reflects upon Indias dedication and commitment to maintain the cleanliness of its holy rivers. Even on February 14, 300 sanitation workers participated in a sanitation drive cleaning the ghats of Ganga, organized by the Prayagraj Mela Authority. A spectacular show by e-rickshaws In order to encourage and promote sustainable development as well as an environment friendly mobility, a parade of 1,000 e-rickshaws will be conducted at the Mahakumbh. During the traffic and crowd rush, e-rickshaws emerged to be a quick, affordable and the best means of public transportation. There are also chances that a drive of shuttle buses might be conducted rather than the parade of e-rickshaws. This is in view of the traffic surge and massive crowd flocking towards the mela area. As many as 500 shuttle buses will operate on the same day, for an attempt at yet another world record. A handprint painting mega event This is going to be one of the biggest art initiatives of its kind, where 10,000 artists are going to participate in the handprint painting initiative at the Ganga Pandal, that too within eight hours of time. The painting will depict Indias heritage and culture in the language of art. It has been reported that the Yogi Adityanath government is in collaboration with the Guinness World Records team ensuing that everything is in place with all the rules adhered to. The representatives will then verify the whole process. Upon certification, these will prove to be significant milestones. Akansha Rana, the Kumbhs Officer on Special Duty (OCD) said in this regard, that the sanitation workers are already scripting history with the ongoing river cleaning project. The unprecedented record of 60 crore visitors has already been close to achievement, way ahead to the expected 45 crore devotees. It proved to be the biggest assembly in the history of mankind, an incredible number that exceeds the population of some of the major countries like USA, Russia and Brazil. The aims towards Guinness World Records reflect upon the cultural and religious significance of the grand event, at the same time a call towards the movement towards sustainability and environmental awareness.
'Open defecation along the banks of Ganga during Kumbh Mela?': NGT issues notice to UP government
The National Green Tribunal (NGT) recently issued notice to the Uttar Pradesh government over allegations that inadequate sanitation facilities at the Maha Kumbh Mela have led to open defecation along the banks of Ganga river. The notices were also issued to Prayagraj Mela Authority and the Uttar Pradesh Pollution Control Board (UP PCB) after an application was filed by one Nipun Bhushan seeking Rs 10 crore in environmental compensation from the Uttar Pradesh government. The application claimed that the State failed to prevent large-scale pollution owing to poor deployment of sanitary facilities at the Kumbh Mela site, the Bar and Bench reported. The application also cited a November 2024 water quality test, which recorded Fecal Coliform levels at downstream Sangam at 3,300 MPN (Most Probable Number) per 100 milliliters, exceeding the permissible limit of 2,500 MPN/100 ml set by the Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change (MoEFCC). The presence of such contaminants could lead to diseases like cholera, hepatitis A and polio, endangering millions of devotees taking a holy dip in the Ganga, it was contended. Not just high faecal coliform, Ganga water at Sangam in Prayagraj has high BOD levels too: Govt data The presence of such contaminants could lead to diseases like cholera, hepatitis A and polio, endangering millions of devotees taking a holy dip in the Ganga, it was contended.
Prayagraj man offers 'digital photo snan' at Mahakumbh 2025 for Rs..., video goes viral; watch here
A video of the man, Deepak Goyal, has since gone viral on social media. In the clip, Goyal can be seen dipping passport-size pictures of some people in the river. Main digital photo snan karaata hoon yahan Sangam Maha Kumbh mein, he says in the video.
The Mahakumbh continues to register new records every day, the footfall not decreasing even a bit, and the devotion of the people knows no bounds. And as the weekend approaches, it even surges more. With four days still remaining for the culmination of the grand event, Mahakumbh has witnessed a count of 59.31 crore visitors who have taken the holy bath at the sacred confluence of Ganga, Yamuna and Saraswati rivers. Until 10 am on Saturday, 22 February 2025, 51.61 lakh people took the holy dip. By 8 pm on Friday, 1.28 crore devotees took bath at Sangam and other ghats, a figure since the past seven days. The figure will increase further owing to the weekend and Mahashivratri ahead. Estimates show that until the end of the weekend, the figure might cross 60 crore mark. This is now way ahead of the expected 45 crore visitors. Moreover, the devotees have not only restricted to railway stations and roads alone, the number is huge even in the air as well. Notably, till now 3.32 lakh passengers have travelled by air to Prayagraj airport. This is a new record at Mahakumbh, with more passengers making it to Prayagraj travelling by air. As Mahashivratri is approaching, the district administration is making arrangements for traffic control and security. For the traffic, seven main routes leading to the city have been identified where senior police officials have been deployed with an efficient force. Crowd surge at railway stations has also been observed on the weekend. There have been changes to the traffic management for the successful snan completion on the day of Mahashivratri. The situation is such that there are no rooms available in hotels as well as the cottages built in tent city. Everything has been pre-booked until 26 th February. Bookings in the tent city are full till February 28. Seeing to all this, the administration has created a holding area for the passengers at the New Delhi Railway Station to manage the crowd travelling to Prayagraj. Strict measures have been taken, followed by the last stampede at the railway station. The coming four days will be tough for the administration, with arrival of more devotees. Chief Secretary Manoj Kumar Singh and DGP Prashant Kumar have already inspected the fair area on Friday looking over the arrangements ahead of the weekend and Mahashivratri. The fair area should have been emptied by now after the Magh Purnima snan, but seeing to the enthusiasm, spirit and devotion, it is estimated that by the end of Mahakumbh, the registered count of visitors might be 65 crores.
Tamannaah Bhatia unveils teaser of her film Odela 2 at MahaKumbh mela, watch
Tamannaah Bhatia visited Mahakumbh mela in Prayagraj today to unveil the teaser of the film Odela 2. The film sees her play the role of Shiv Shakti
AI-Based Surveillance To Boost Safety Of Pilgrims At Kumbh Mela, Say Officials
Prayagraj, Feb 22: A unique application of Artificial Intelligence (AI)-based surveillance system at the Maha Kumbh, implemented for the first time by the Yogi Adityanath administration on a mammoth scale, would help avert congregation accidents in the years ahead and avoid repetition of a tragedy like this year, Mela authorities said. At least 30 people were killed and over 90 others were injured in a stampede on January 29 at the ongoing Maha Kumbh congregation at Prayagraj, which has already [] The post AI-Based Surveillance To Boost Safety Of Pilgrims At Kumbh Mela, Say Officials appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
As Maha Kumbh Nears End, Devotees Head To Sangam For Holy Dip
With just five days left before Maha Kumbh's conclusion on February 26, pilgrims are making the most of this spiritual gathering at Prayagraj.
Railway asks RITES to design proposed permanent holding areas at railway stations
NEW DELHI: Following the stampede at New Delhi Railway Station which killed at least 18 people including four children, the Ministry of Railways has instructed Rail India Technical and Economic Services (RITES) to design 'permanent holding areas' (PHAs) at 60 stations across the country for crowd management. These stations have been selected based on the sudden increased crowd surges during special occasions like Holi, Diwali, Chhatha and other festivals. So far, permanent holding areas (PHAs) have been developed at only 9 stations in and around Prayagraj in UP. These holding areas are located outside the platforms to help control the flow of passengers and prevent overcrowding. In view of emerging crowds of passengers for Mahakumbh ahead of Mahashivratri, falling this year on February 26, passengers holding areas on temporary basis have also been created at Patna junction, Danapur, Ara, Buxar, Sasaram Gorakhpur, Varanasi, Hajipur, Samastipur and other railway stations following the massive origination of passengers towards Mahakumbh, a senior official working with the Ministry of Railway told this newspaper. The temporary passenger holding areas have also been created at Deendayal Upadhyay Railway station, formerly known as Mughalsarai, under the east Central Railway. Upon being asked about the progress on the plan for the construction of the proposed holding areas, the railway official said, The RITES has been instructed to start working on the design of permanent holding areas keeping every factors in mind. After the design is readied by the RITES, the Ministry of Railway after wider discussion approves it and move ahead in mission mode for 60 railway stations. Many stations in Bihar, UP and other states witness sudden surges in crowds of passengers during festivals like Saharsa. Kanpur, Ahmedabad, Delhi, Udna, New Delhi and other stations also witness sharp surges in number of passengers during festivals. After final design of PHAs is readied and approved, all amenities like ticketing zones, wi-fi, eateries stalls, and others would be made available in each of PHAs. Not only this, by doing some changes in the Amrit stations, the permanent holding area would also be created to control crowds during peak time, said an official. As it is roughly being estimated, the Ministry will have to spend between Rs 1 crore to Rs 5 crore for the development of these permanent holding areas as part of a larger effort to improve crowd management at major stations. Railway Ministry orders platform X to remove videos of New Delhi railway station stampede For the time being, in view to keep emerging crowds for Mahakumbh, massive holding areas at Ghaziabad, Anand Vihar, New Delhi, Ayodhya Dham, Vanaras ,Ballia, Siwan, Deoria, Chhapra, Rajendranagar in Patna, Muzaffarpur, Barauni, Jaynagar, Madhubani, Raxaul, and Gaya have been created by the railway. Passengers are allowed to enter the platforms based on the scheduled departure times of their trains. This initiative aims to improve crowd management and enhance passenger safety, especially during peak hours and festive seasons, the official said. Meanwhile, UP CM Yogi Aditaynath appreciated the railway for arrangements to the Mahakumbh-bound passengers. He said that more than 13,500 trains including more than 3500 special trains are in service for the Mahakumbh. The 48 digital ticketing, multilingual announcements and conveniences being provided to passengers reflect the railway's commitment, he said.
With or without Gods, its up to us to save Namma Bengaluru
Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar, who is also Bengaluru Development Minister, has kicked up a storm with his Even Gods cant save Bengaluru statement on Thursday. He is right. For a city referred to as a Paradise, when it was much smaller in size, to evolve into such a mess thanks to humans flocking to the city and expanding it haphazardly at a record-beating rate must be a challenge now even for the Gods to come down to salvage it. Predictably, there is already a degree of political excitement to read deep into Shivakumars statement, ironically made at an event in which he himself released a handbook called Namma Raste Kaipidi: Towards Safe, Inclusive and Resilient Roads in Bengaluru. The handbook has been brought out by a 10-member expert committee headed by the Bruhat Bengaluru Mahanagara Palike (BBMP) Engineer-in-Chief. It deals with a scientific and systematic approach to project planning, design, engineering, and operation and maintenance with the objective of improving city roads, decongesting the city and improving Namma Bengalurus civic quality, while aiming at better quality of life for its citizens. Shivakumar called it the Constitution for all the (BBMP) engineers to follow. There may be something to Shivakumar doubting the ability of the Gods to save Bengaluru just days after taking a holy dip at the Maha Kumbh in Prayagraj. May be, he as Bengaluru Development Minister sees the humongous problem the city faces as an acute challenge which yielded him the opportunity to re-illuminate his pet project of tunnel roads and double-decker roads as the much-wanted solutions to Bengalurus woes. If that is true, and going by the scientific explanations of transport and urban mobility experts, if tunnel roads and double-deckers are attempted, Only God can save Bengaluru now could be the collective gasp of 1.40 crore Bengalureans. A December 2024 research report from the Indian Institute of Science (IISc), Scenario Evaluation for the Proposed Sub-Urban Rail Network and Metro Rail Network for Bangalore Metropolitan Region, prepared by Prof Ashish Verma, Professor (Transport Systems Engineering), and Convenor, IISc Sustainable Transportation (IST) Lab, and his three research scholars, reveals that double-decker roads and tunnel corridors, despite offering localised travel time reductions, encourage private vehicle usage, reduce public transit ridership, and exacerbate environmental and social disparities. The report instead recommends increasing suburban rail capacity, comprehensive mass rapid transport system (MRTS) coverage, and seamless modal integration to foster an equitable, scalable, and resilient urban mobility framework. The study provides valuable insights for policymakers to align infrastructure investments with sustainable and inclusive mobility goals. Experts have warned of possible humongous chaos heaped on Bengalureans during the laying of tunnel roads and building double-decker roads. That is besides the time taken to realise such projects. Strengthening the current infrastructure by enhancing MRTS, improving the existing roads in a scientific manner, public transport, opening walking zones by laying quality footpaths, and opening cycling zones across the city is the better bet. This can be further boosted by developing the blue-green infrastructure, detailed in the Namma Raste Kaipidi. It lays special focus on developing natural infrastructure through increasing green spaces like gardens, urban forests, green roofs, urban farms etc, and blue infra like lakes, rivers, streams, wetlands, and other natural and constructed drainage channels. It enhances urban ecological health by integrating natural elements into the built environment, counterbalancing the impacts of development; besides filtering pollutants, replenishing groundwater, mitigating urban heat island effect, and supporting local biodiversity. It improves walkability and recreational spaces, and can incorporate traffic calming, pedestrian infrastructure and placemaking initiatives. Gods may not come down to save Namma Bengaluru no doubt that they could, if they did. But, when our own deeds turn Namma Bengaluru into the mess that it is today, isnt it our duty to correct things? Isnt there a belief that God helps those who help themselves? The Namma Raste Kaipidi handbook lays down the science. What we need is the spirit as citizens and a strong political will with a single-minded goal to salvage Namma Bengaluru. Kevin Lynch, American urban planner and author of The Image of the City, had said, A well-maintained city is a reflection of its peoples pride, where every corner tells a story of care and community. When we do successfully transform Namma Bengaluru into a city that reflects our pride with its every corner telling a story of care and community, the Gods would surely be with us to celebrate. Until then, its up to us.
An intolerable toll whose life is it, anyway?
by poonam i kaushish Stuck records are tiresome. But when tragedy struck Capitals New Delhis railway station Saturday night killing 18 people and injuring hundreds sounding like a stuck record is imperative unless the message is driven home. Yesterday, UPs Prayagraj station too crumbled under deluge of unstoppable devotees within a month of the one at Maha Kumbh wherein over 30 lost their lives and 60 injured in a stampede during Amavasya Shahi Snan embracing all in a devastating hug [] The post An intolerable toll whose life is it, anyway? appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
The UP Board has rescheduled the February 24 exams in Prayagraj to March 9 due to Maha Kumbh Mela traffic restrictions. This change affects only Prayagraj students, while exams in other districts will proceed as initially planned. Ayodhya and Varanasi have arranged special travel routes for students on February 24.
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Over 10cr have taken dip since Maghi Purinma
Over 4 lakh devotees join Maha Kumbh from Northeast Frontier Railway region
Northeast Frontier Railway has facilitated the travel of over four lakh devotees attending the Maha Kumbh Mela 2025 in Prayagraj. NFR has increased train services, enhanced security measures, and ensured smooth operations to accommodate the surge of pilgrims, emphasizing safety, comfort, and efficient crowd management.
In light of the upcoming Mahakumbh-2025 and the anticipated heavy influx of devotees in Prayagraj, the UP Secondary Education Board has rescheduled the February 24 high school and intermediate exams to March 9. This alteration applies only to the Prayagraj district, emphasizing traffic considerations during Mahashivratri.
5 Bidar Devotees Die in Varanasi Road Accident
A cruiser jeep carrying 14 Bidar pilgrims to Prayagraj for Mahakumbh crashed in Varanasi, killing five and injuring seven
Mahakumbh set to generate over Rs 3 lakh crore in trade thanks to higher-than-expected footfall
LUCKNOW: The worlds largest spiritual congregation, Mahakumbh-2025, has not only reinforced the countrys rich cultural heritage but also proved economically fruitful. According to the Confederation of All India Traders (CAIT), the ongoing Mahakumbh is projected to generate over Rs 3 lakh crore ($360 billion USD) in trade, making it one of Indias biggest economic events so far. CAIT General Secretary Praveen Khandelwal emphasized that this milestone highlighted the deep connection between faith and economy. He stated that the unprecedented scale of commercial activity during the Mahakumbh demonstrated how spiritual tourism and religious gatherings contributed significantly to the countrys economic growth. The Mahakumbh, which commenced on January 13, was expected to draw around 45 crore devotees till its conclusion on February 26, generating an estimated revenue of Rs 2 lakh crore. However, due to the overwhelming response from within the country and also from abroad, the estimated footfall has now risen to 60 crore, with the projected economic impact beyond Rs 3 lakh crore. Mahakumbh 2025 to script history as biggest congregation of humanity on Earth so far Mahakumbh 2025 has led to a significant economic boost in various industries including Tourism, Hotels and Accommodation Services; Food and Beverage Industry; Transport and Logistics; Religious Items, Traditional Clothing and Handicrafts; Healthcare and Wellness Services; Media, Advertising and Entertainment; and Smart Technology, CCTV, Telecom and AI-based Services. The economic impact is not limited to Prayagraj alone. Cities and towns within a 150 km radius have also seen a surge in business activity. Additionally, religious hubs like Ayodhya and Varanasi have witnessed a massive increase in the number of pilgrims, further strengthening their local economies. While the Uttar Pradesh government invested Rs 5400 crore, the Centre contributed Rs 2100 crore taking the total investment to Rs 7500 crore spent on roads, flyovers, and underpass development in Prayagraj to prepare it for one of the biggest congregations of humanity on earth. Out of this, Rs 1,500 crore was specifically allocated for Mahakumbh preparations. These efforts have not only improved infrastructure and traffic management in Prayagraj but also benefited neighbouring districts.
Gautam Adani, Mukesh Ambani running shops at Mahakumbh Mela? Here's what AI has imagined, WATCH
The grand Mahakumbh Mela 2025 is underway in Uttar Pradesh's Prayagraj, with devotees arriving in large numbers to take holy dips in Triveni Sangam. As per official records, over 50 crore devotees have visited the Mahakumbh Mela, held once in every 144 years.
Maha Kumbh 2025: Is the Ganga Water at Kumbh Mela Safe?
Maha Kumbh 2025 Health Concerns: The Maha Kumbh Mela in Prayagraj has already seen about 45 crore people, which is almost one-third of Indias population. So many people together can easily spread diseases. At Kumbh, devotees take a holy bath in the Ganga and even drink its water. But is the water clean and safe? The Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB) checks the water quality. On January 14, during Makar Sankranti, a very important bathing day, the level of pollution in the water was very high. The faecal coliform count (which shows pollution from human and animal waste) was 11,000 units at Sangam Ghat. The safe limit is 2,500 units. At Naini Pul Ghat, the pollution was even worse, at 33,000 units. However, on other days, the numbers dropped a lot, showing big changes in water quality. What Are Faecal Coliform Bacteria? Faecal coliform bacteria live in the intestines of humans and warm-blooded animals. They are commonly used as indicators of water contamination because their presence suggests that the water may also contain harmful germs like viruses, parasites, or other bacteria from fecal matter. Health and environmental experts test for faecal coliforms in water to check if its safe for drinking, swimming, or other activities. If these bacteria are found, it could mean the water has been polluted with sewage or animal waste, posing potential health risks. A report sent to the National Green Tribunal on February 3 said that on January 12-13, 2025, the water was not even safe for bathing, let alone drinking. Still, the report mentioned that fresh water from upstream helped reduce some pollution. The CPCB found that, especially on big festival days, water pollution increased because so many people bathed in the river. This is not just during Kumbh Mela. Regular tests show that the Ganga water in Prayagraj is not safe to drink at any time. Whether the river is good for bathing depends on water flow and dilution. Despite these facts, Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath called these pollution reports baseless. However, the government should focus on long-term cleaning solutions for the river instead of ignoring the problem. The Kumbh Mela reminds us why cleaning the Ganga should always be a priority. Science and faith should work together, not against each other.
Mahakumbh 2025 Wrap: Ganga Waters Purity, Pollution Boards Claims And Your Health
Mahakumbh 2025: The Uttar Pradesh government said that the Ganga water in Prayagraj is as pure as alkaline water after a CPCB report suggested high presence of fecal coliform bacteria in the river.
Fact Check: No, Ghosts Are Not Bathing At Prayagraj Maha Kumbh
A Brazil police surveillance video using thermal cameras is falsely claimed as visuals of ghosts bathing at the 2025 Prayagraj Mahakumbh. The figures are actually humans detected by infrared cameras
More than 60 crore people visited Prayagraj for Maha Kumbh. The cities of Prayagraj, Ayodhya and Varanasi have generated huge income thanks to the ongoing Maha Kumbh Mela.
Maha Kumbh effect: Prayagraj facing a medicine crisis amid rush of devotees
Prayagraj is experiencing a major medicine shortage due to the influx of devotees for the Maha Kumbh. The wholesale medicine market at Leader Road has been disrupted since mid-January. Truck entry bans and the high volume of pilgrims have affected medicine supplies, causing shortages of essential drugs for blood pressure, cardiac conditions, and diabetes.
Six devotees killed in road accident in Uttar Pradesh
VARANASI: Six people were killed while five others seriously injured when a jeep carrying devotees to Prayagraj collided with a parked truck on GT Road near Mirzamurad here on Friday, police said. Station House Officer (SHO) of Mirzamurad police station Ajay Raj Verma said the devotees hailed from Karnataka. He said the collision was so strong that the front part of the vehicle was completely damaged and the police had a tough time pulling out the trapped people. Verma said the injured have been admitted to the trauma centre of the Banaras Hindu University Hospital. The SHO said the bodies of the deceased have been sent for postmortem and the Karnataka police has been informed.
Railway Ministry orders platform X to remove videos of New Delhi railway station stampede
The Railway Ministry has directed platform X to remove 285 social media links featuring videos of casualties from the tragic stampede at New Delhi Railway Station on February 15, reports said. The action stems from new authority granted on December 24, when the Railways ministry empowered its executive director of information and publicity (Railway Board) to issue takedown notices directly to social media platforms under Section 79(3)(b) of the Information Technology Act. Previously, such requests were routed through the IT ministrys Section 69A blocking committee. The ministry has given the social media 36 hours to remove tweets from multiple accounts citing concerns about sensitive or disturbing media depicting deceased individuals, the Hindustan Times reported. In the February 17 notice, the ministry said that it was empowered under the section to issue takedown notices to remove/disable access to URLs, accounts, etc. where unlawful advertisements, endorsements, promotional content, etc. are published. 18 dead, several injured as Maha Kumbh rush triggers stampede at New Delhi railway station According to official figures, at least 18 people, including nine women, four men and four children, were killed and more than a dozen injured in the deadly stampede. According to a rough estimate, over 50,000 people had reached the New Delhi railway station to go to Prayagraj for Mahakumbh. Multiple videos had emerged showing a massive crowd of passengers rushing through the railway station. Many were seen carrying children on their shoulders, while others struggled with their luggage amidst the chaos. The Delhi High Court had issued notices to the Union government, Indian Railways, and the Railway Board seeking immediate implementation of safety measures to prevent such tragedies in the future.
Six killed as car crashes into stationery truck in Bihar's Bhojpur
PATNA: At least six people, including four women, were killed when their car rammed into a stationary truck near Dulhinganj Bazar in Bihars Bhojpur district early on Friday. The victims were returning home to Patna after attending the Mahakumbh in Prayagraj, Uttar Pradesh. The deceased have been identified as Sanjay Kumar (62), his wife Karuna Devi (58), their son Lal Babu Singh (25), and daughter Priyam Kumari (20), all residents of Jakkanpur in Patna. The other two victims, Asha Kiran (28) and Juhi Rani (25), were from Kumhrar. According to police, the accident is suspected to have occurred after the driver of the speeding car ell asleep at the wheel, losing control of the vehicle. Upon receiving information, Jagdishpur police rushed to the spot and rescued the victims from the mangled remains of the car. The bodies have been sent to Sadar Hospital in Ara for post-mortem examination. The driver and helper of the truck, however, managed to flee the scene, said the station house officer of Jagdishpur police station. The crash led to a massive traffic jam on the Mohania-Ara four-lane highway, disrupting vehicular movement for several hours.
Six returning from Maha Kumbh killed in car-truck collision in Bihar's Bhojpur
At least six people were killed after a car returning from Maha Kumbh in Uttar Pradesh's Prayagraj crashed into a parked truck in Bihar's Bhojpur district on Friday.
Inmates cant visit Sangam, so we brought it to them: UP jails arrange holy water from Prayagraj
LUCKNOW: Uttar Pradesh jail administration made arrangements to bring holy water from Prayagraj's Sangam to 75 prisons across the state. UP Jail Minister Dara Singh Chauhan who oversaw the process in Lucknow Jail said, While people from across the world can reach Sangam, inmates from our jail cannot do it.So we decided to make arrangements for our inmates in jails. Over 90,000 inmates are currently lodged in 75 jails, including seven central prisons, across the state, Prison Department officials said. Director General (DG) of Prisons PV Ramasastry said that arrangements for inmates to take a bath using the holy water from Sangam were made under the supervision of the minister. The holy water from the Sangam was brought to all the jails and mixed with regular water and stored in a small tanks. The prisoners then took bath in the water after offering prayers, the officials said. The Maha Kumbh Mela is underway in Prayagraj and will conclude on February 26.
Jharkhand man locks ailing mother at home; goes to Maha Kumbh in Prayagraj with wife, children
The woman was locked in the home since February 17 and survived on flattened rice. The neighbours came to know about her when she cried in hunger for help, police said
Railways gears up for crowd control in Kumbh's last week
The Indian Railways has established holding areas at various stations across northern India in anticipation of a surge in pilgrims during the final week of the Maha Kumbh festival in Prayagraj, Uttar Pradesh. This comes after a stampede at New Delhi Railway station claimed 18 lives due to confusion over train names. The holding areas are located outside the platforms to control passenger flow and prevent overcrowding, ensuring safe and smooth travel operations.
Man Locks Mother At Home, Goes To Maha Kumbh With Wife, Children, In-Laws
A man allegedly locked his ailing mother at home in Jharkhand's Ramgarh district and went to Prayagraj for a holy dip in Maha Kumbh along with his wife, children and in-laws, police said on Thursday.
Wholesale hub shut due to Maha Kumbh, medicine crisis in Prayagraj
With the influx of devotees for Maha Kumbh, Prayagraj's wholesale medicine market on Leader Road has been unofficially closed, creating a shortage of medicines, including life-saving drugs. Despite multiple pleas from traders, district authorities have not addressed the supply disruption caused by restricted truck access to the market area.
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Sangam water as pure as alkaline: UP quotes scientist
The Uttar Pradesh government, citing a scientist, has asserted that Ganga water at the ongoing Maha Kumbh in Prayagraj is as pure as alkaline water, debunking concerns raised by the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB) about water quality. The government claims that a scientist found no bacterial growth or decline in the water's pH level, despite millions of devotees bathing in the river. However, experts caution that the quality of the Ganga water is not static and can vary greatly depending on various factors.
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Pollution in Ganga needs long-term solutions, not denialism
UP government quotes scientist to 'debunk doubts' about Ganga water's purity at Maha Kumbh
LUCKNOW: The Uttar Pradesh government on Thursday issued a release, quoting a scientist to debunk doubts about the purity of Ganga water at the Maha Kumbh and assert that the river water is as pure as alkaline water. According to UP government figures, over 58 crore people have taken a dip in the sacred waters of Triveni Sangam, the confluence of Ganga, Yamuna and Saraswati, at the ongoing Maha Kumbh in Prayagraj since January 13, when the religious fair started. The UP government release was in reference to the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB) data flagging doubts on the Ganga water quality at the Maha Kumbh. Padma Shri Dr. Ajay Kumar Sonkar, a renowned scientist, has challenged sceptics and debunked doubts about Ganga's purity with scientific evidence, stated the government release. The UP government release stated that Dr.Sonkar collected water samples from five major bathing ghats, including Sangam Nose and Arail in Maha Kumbh Nagar. These samples were then subjected to microscopic examination in his laboratory. To his surprise, despite crores of devotees bathing in the river, there was no bacterial growth or decline in the water's pH level, the release stated. According to the government release, Dr. Sonkar's research revealed that Ganga water contains 1,100 types of bacteriophages -- natural viruses that eliminate harmful bacteria. Mahakumbh: High faecal bacteria levels in Prayagraj river water, fails bathing standards, says Pollution Control Board This self-purifying mechanism ensures that the river remains uncontaminated even after 57 crore devotees have taken a dip, the release stated. The controversy over the quality of water started days after a CPCB report suggested that the biological oxygen demand (BOD) of river water at Sangam was 3.94 milligrams per litre on January 13, when the Maha Kumbh started. It improved to 2.28 milligrams per litre on Makar Sankranti (January 14) and further dropped to 1 milligram per litre on January 15. However, it rose to 4.08 milligrams per litre on January 24 and was recorded at 3.26 milligrams per litre on Mauni Amavasya (January 29). BOD refers to the amount of oxygen required by aerobic microorganisms to break down organic material in a water body. A higher BOD level indicates more organic content in the water. River water is considered fit for bathing if the BOD level is less than 3 milligrams per litre. This BOD level at Sangam was 5.09 milligrams per litre at 5 am on January 16. It was recorded at 4.6 milligrams per litre at 5 pm on January 18 and 5.29 milligrams per litre at 8 am on January 19 (Wednesday). In a report submitted to the National Green Tribunal on February 3, the CPCB said the river water quality did not meet bathing standards during monitoring on January 12-13 at most locations in Prayagraj. However, the government release suggested otherwise. Dr Sonkar confirmed that the river's pH level, ranging between 8.4 and 8.6, is better than normal and that no foul smell or bacterial growth was detected, the government stated in the release. No harmful bacteria developed after incubating the water samples for 14 hours, according to the release. He (Dr.Sonkar) has openly challenged sceptics to accompany him to the ghats, collect water samples and verify their purity in the laboratory. Despite over 58 crore people bathing in the river during the Maha Kumbh, Ganga water remains naturally disease-free due to its inherent purifying properties, the release stated. Dr Sonkar highlighted a significant aspect of the Maha Kumbh -- how Ganga water was portrayed as highly polluted even before the event began. He questioned these claims, stating that if the river were indeed contaminated, there would have been a global outcry by now, with hospitals overwhelmed by patients, the release added. Professor Venkatesh Dutta, who heads the Department of Environmental Science at Baba Saheb Bhimrao Ambedkar University (BBAU), told PTI that Ganga water is not static but is constantly flowing. I wouldn't be able to hazard a guess any which way on the quality of the Ganga water as of now. All that I can say is type; time of sampling also matters a lot, Dutta said.
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Abhishek Banerjee Shoots In Prayagraj Amid Maha Kumbh; Photo Of Actor Goes Viral Online
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Empowering change: Historic high in women's participation at Maha Kumbh 2025
The Maha Kumbh is witnessing an unprecedented rise in female participation, with over 40% of attendees being women. This shift reflects greater access to education, security, and evolving societal norms, enabling women to explore spirituality more independently. Religious institutions are also showing a more inclusive attitude towards women.
Abhishek Banerjee Shoots For A New Project In Prayagraj Amidst Maha Kumbh Festivities
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High faecal bacteria in Ganga at Prayagraj raises health concerns during Mahakumbh. A woman developed a severe lung infection after taking a dip. Faecal coliform levels in the river exceed safe bathing levels. Report suggests contamination by sewage and animal waste, heightening risks of waterborne diseases. Similar concerns exist for the Yamuna river.
Case Against Social Media Handles For Sharing Fake Maha Kumbh Video From Pakistan
It was found that certain accounts falsely linked a video from Pakistan's Karak district to the Maha Kumbh stampede in Prayagraj.
Ailing mother locked at home, son goes to Kumbh with in-laws for holy dip
RANCHI: In a disturbing incident, a 68-year-old ailing mother was locked inside her home while her son went to the Kumbh Mela with his in-laws. The matter came to light four days later, on Wednesday, when the elderly woman managed to drag herself to the main gate of their CCL quarters and knocked for help from inside. The incident occurred in Sirka-Argadda, Ramgarh. I heard someone knocking on the gate from inside, and when I peeped through a hole in the gate, I found Sanju Devi inside crying for help, said a neighbour requesting anonymity. He immediately informed others and they broke open the lock and rescued the elderly woman. The neighbours informed that the woman was suffering from hunger and weakness. Social activist Ranjit Paswan revealed that the woman's only son, Akhilesh Prajapati, who works as a Shovel Operator at Central Coalfields Limited, locked his mother inside the house before traveling to Prayagraj with his wife, Soni, and children for a holy dip at the Kumbh. We were horrified to see the condition of Sanju Devi, said Ranjit Paswan. She was weak, hungry, and had serious injuries on her right leg and hand, he said, further adding that its a shame that her own son did this to her. Later, Sanju Devi's daughter, Chandni Kumari, who reached the spot with her maternal uncle, also expressed shock and outrage. The neighbours broke open the lock and rescued the elderly woman My brother has always been selfish, but I never thought that he could stoop so low, said Chandni Kumari, further adding, she will take legal action against him. Sanju Devi's brother Mansa Mahato said that his sister is unable to speak or walk. He was not informed that her son is going to Kumbh along with his family. Another relative of Sanju Devi, Mithun Prajapati, said that the old woman had serious wounds on her right leg and hand, which emitted an unpleasant odour. On getting information about the incident, people from the vicinity reached the spot. The woman has been admitted to the hospital. Interestingly, Sanju had sacrificed her government job, which was to be given to her on compensatory grounds after the death of her husband, for her son Akhilesh Prajapati a few years back. Later the job was given to her son Akhilesh Kumar Prajapati. When contacted over phone, son Akhilesh Kumar Prajapati said that since his mother was unwell, he did not take her along with them to Kumbh. I came to Prayagraj after making all arrangements for her, said Akhilesh. Meanwhile, officer in-charge of Ramgarh Police Station, Krishna Kumar, said that this is an inhuman and shameful act. Action will be taken against the son if any complaint is lodged in this regard, he said.
Two separate cases of fraud have been reported at the Maha Kumbh Mela in Prayagraj, with victims losing a significant amount of money through fake websites promising VIP amenities and helicopter rides. Authorities have arrested five individuals from Bihar in connection to these scams and are urging people to verify service providers before making online payments.
Father-daughter pedal 700km from Ghaziabad to reach Maha Kumbh
Seers slam Mamata for remark over Maha Kumbh
Ganga Water At Kumbh's Sangam Unsafe On Another Parameter Too: Data
The Ganga water at the Triveni Sangam in Prayagraj, where lakhs of people are taking a holy dip every day during the ongoing Maha Kumbh, is currently unsafe for bathing as it exceeds the prescribed limit for biological oxygen demand (BOD).
U.P. government not challenging CPCB findings on high faecal coliform in the Ganga and Yamuna at Prayagraj, says additional Advocate General; U.P.s reports to NGT only had water samples from before Kumbh
'Mrityu Kumbh' remark: Shankaracharya backs Mamata
Among heavy criticism of West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee's remarks on Prayagraj's Mahakumbh, Jagadguru Shankaracharya Swami Avimukteshwaranand Saraswati Maharaj on Wednesday supported the CM, saying that the religious event has been mismanaged.
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Over 1cr takes dip on Wednesday
Union minister Jitan Ram Manjhi takes holy dip
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Over 50L from Nepal took dip in Sangam
After death penalty being cancelled in POCSO case, man rapes 11-year-old girl in MP
BHOPAL: A serial rapist acquitted by the Madhya Pradesh High Court in 2018 four years after receiving a death sentence for abducting and raping an eight-year-old school girl has now been accused of raping an 11-year-old hearing- and speech-impaired, mentally challenged girl in Rajgarh district on the intervening night of February 1 and 2. The orphan girl, who was severely malnourished as well, died on February 7 at a government hospital in Bhopal after battling for life for four days. A fortnight after the ghastly incident of the rape came to light, multiple police teams probing the case across the country finally managed to track and arrest the accused. He was identified as 41-year-old Ramesh Singh, a native of western MPs Shajapur district, and he was habitual of abducting and raping minors. On the night of February 1, the 11-year-old disabled girl was abducted from her hut in Narsinghgarh town of Rajgarh district and found the next day in the adjoining bushes bleeding from the private parts. She was admitted at the government hospital in Bhopal, but despite all efforts by doctors, the severely malnourished girl breathed last on February 7 night. Taking the case on top priority, we formed 16 dedicated teams and zeroed upon around 382 people, based on grabs retrieved from 136 CCTV cameras installed at 46 locations. Finally, the probe focused on 15-20 suspects and at last the actual accused, 41-year-old Ramesh Singh, Rajgarh district police superintendent Aditya Mishra told TNIE on Wednesday. The search for Singh took the Rajgarh police teams from MP to Rajasthan and UP. After committing the crime in Narsinghgarh (Rajgarh district), Singh fled to Prayagraj via Rajasthan and stayed at the ongoing Mahakumbh for a few days. He changed his clothes thereby stealing the clothes of those bathing at one of the ghats. His location was tracked when he borrowed the cell phone of a pilgrim from Karnataka to call his wife in MP. Subsequently, multiple teams zeroed in upon 18-20 railway stations between Prayagraj and Shajapur in MP. Finally, the police managed to track and nab him from the Rajasthan border in Rajgarh district only on February 18, a senior MP police officer said. According to cops, while interrogating Singh, he has no repentance for the crime he committed. He raped her multiple times and tried to choke her to death. With the girl not resisting the bid, he thought she was dead and left her back. He wanted to kill her, as in 2014, leaving the eight-year-old girl alive after rape, had led to his arrest and subsequent death penalty. As per the Rajgarh district SP Aditya Mishra, Realising the seriousness of the case, a special investigation team (SIT) had already been constituted in the matter, whose members are grilling him (Singh) one by one. Taking cognizance of his three previous crimes 2003, 2014 and 2025, his modus operandi seems to be targeting minors. So well create his DNA profile and get it generated at the forensic science lab (FSL). Well then get that profile cross-matched with evidence in any other unsolved rape cases anywhere else in the country, to find out whether he has committed similar crimes elsewhere or not. Earlier cases Singh hails from a village in the Avantipura Badodia area of Shajpur district, Ramesh was arrested in 2003 for raping a five-year-old girl in Mubarikpur village. A local court sentenced him to ten years in prison after holding him guilty for the crime. After serving the ten-year jail term, he was released in 2013. Just a year later, he abducted an eight-year-old girl from outside a school in Ashtha area of central MPs Sehore district and raped her. A year later in 2014, an additional district judge (ADJ) court, while convicting him for the heinous crime, awarded the death penalty. Four years later, the Madhya Pradesh High Court, overturned the lower courts verdict on technical grounds, stating that as the alleged rape survivors father was present during the identification parade, it could have influenced the results. He subsequently walked free in the 2014 rape case. The state governments plea against the 2018 MP High Court judgement (overturning the death penalty pronounced by the lower court) reportedly remains pending before the Supreme Court till date, sources in Rajgarh district police of MP told TNIE on Wednesday. Ongoing police investigations which involve the accuseds prolonged grilling and also statements from his family of two daughters (aged 24 and 16) and a son (aged around ten years) have revealed the strong possibility of Singh having even raped his youngest daughter multiple times, when she was aged around 12-13 years. Not just that but Singh, who is a habitual drug addict, often came home dressed as a woman. Some years back, his mother too was found dead under mysterious circumstances inside their house in their native village of Shajapur district, when Singhs father was living away from his sons family and is terrified even at the slightest mention of his son.
NGT raps UP Government over Ganga water quality at Mahakumbh 2025
Prayagraj: The National Green Tribunal (NGT) has reprimanded the Uttar Pradesh Pollution Control Board (UPPCB) and the state government for failing to provide adequate details on faecal coliform and other water quality parameters in the river Ganga at Prayagraj during Mahakumbh 2025. The NGT has given the state government a week to submit the latest [] The post NGT raps UP Government over Ganga water quality at Mahakumbh 2025 appeared first on NorthEast Now .
Maha Kumbh: Sangam water has high BOD levels, says govt data
New Delhi: The Ganga water at the Triveni Sangam in Prayagraj, where lakhs of people are taking a holy dip every day during the ongoing Maha Kumbh, is currently unsafe for bathing as it exceeds the prescribed limit for biological oxygen demand (BOD), a key parameter to determine water quality, according to government data. BOD Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
Not just high faecal coliform, Ganga water at Sangam in Prayagraj has high BOD levels too: Govt data
NEW DELHI: The Ganga water at the Triveni Sangam in Prayagraj, where lakhs of people are taking a holy dip every day during the ongoing Maha Kumbh, is currently unsafe for bathing as it exceeds the prescribed limit for biological oxygen demand (BOD), a key parameter to determine water quality, according to government data. BOD refers to the amount of oxygen required by aerobic microorganisms to break down organic material in a water body. A higher BOD level indicates more organic content in the water. River water is considered fit for bathing if the BOD level is less than 3 milligrams per litre. The Central Pollution Control Board recently told the National Green Tribunal that several locations in Uttar Pradesh's Prayagraj do not conform to the primary water quality standards for bathing with respect to faecal coliform levels. However, it said that the river water quality met the bathing criteria in terms of BOD after January 13 due to freshwater intrusion at upstream locations. Government data shows that the river water at Sangam is currently exceeding the safe limit for BOD as well. The BOD level at Sangam was 5.09 milligrams per litre at 5 am on February 16. It was recorded at 4.6 milligrams per litre at 5 pm on February 18 and 5.29 milligrams per litre at 8 am on February 19 (Wednesday). According to Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB) data, the BOD level at Sangam was 3.94 milligrams per litre on January 13 when the Maha Kumbh started. It improved to 2.28 milligrams per litre on Makar Sankranti (January 14) and further dropped to 1 milligram per litre on January 15. Mahakumbh: High faecal bacteria levels in Prayagraj river water, fails bathing standards, says Pollution Control Board However, it rose to 4.08 milligrams per litre on January 24 and was recorded at 3.26 milligrams per litre on Mauni Amavasya (January 29). According to Uttar Pradesh government officials, 10,000 to 11,000 cusecs of water is being released into the Ganga to ensure it meets bathing standards. The Maha Kumbh, which started on January 13, will conclude on February 26, Maha Shivaratri day. Over 54 crore people have taken a dip in the sacred waters of Triveni Sangam so far. Mahakumbh Nagar is the world's largest temporary city, accommodating 50 lakh to 1 crore devotees at any given time. These pilgrims generate at least 16 million litres of faecal waste and 240 million litres of greywater daily from activities like cooking, washing, and bathing. Uttar Pradesh Chief Secretary Manoj Kumar Singh told reporters on Sunday that the rise in footfall is due to the government's success in improving river water quality and sanitation since the 2019 Ardh Kumbh. Before 2019, there would be no toilets at Kumbh.Officials would earmark an area with a red flag, provide tents, and open defecation used to take place. For the first time in 2019, we built 1.14 lakh individual toilets with Sintex (plastic) tanks underneath to collect wastewater and excreta. Desludging would be done every two-three days and the faecal sludge would be taken to open oxidation ponds far away. This time, we have constructed 1.5 lakh individual toilets and two faecal sludge treatment plants, he said. A 200 km-long temporary drainage network has been set up to connect treatment facilities, Singh added. Sanitation is a big hallmark (of Kumbh arrangements), and those who have been to Kumbh previously can distinctly see the difference, he said. Himanshu Thakkar, coordinator of the South Asia Network on Dams, Rivers, and People (SANDRP), said the state government has been highly irresponsible in claiming that no harm has come to people who have bathed in the river, despite the water being unfit for bathing. It is the government's moral duty to provide clean water for bathing. When the water is not safe, there is always a high risk of infection, he said.
Maha Kumbh: Action initiated against 101 social media accounts for 'misleading' posts
Legal action has been taken against 101 social media accounts for spreading misleading information about the Maha Kumbh in Prayagraj, Uttar Pradesh. False claims included videos misrepresented as incidents related to the event. The Uttar Pradesh Police, following directives from Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath, implemented a cyber patrolling strategy to curb fake news and misinformation.
NGT slams UP pollution panel over Sangam water report
The National Green Tribunal on Wednesday slammed the Uttar Pradesh Pollution Control Board, asking whether it disputed the Central Pollution Control Board's finding on high levels of faecal coliform being found in the water at various locations in Prayagraj during the ongoing Mahakumbh.
Mahakumbh: NGT slams UP body, asks if it disputes CPCB reports on water contamination
NEW DELHI: The National Green Tribunal on Wednesday slammed the Uttar Pradesh Pollution Control Board, asking whether it disputed the Central Pollution Control Board's finding on high levels of faecal coliform being found in the water at various locations in Prayagraj during the ongoing Mahakumbh. A bench comprising NGT Chairperson Justice Prakash Shrivastava, Judicial Member Justice Sudhir Agarwal and Expert Member A Senthil Vel was hearing the issue of preventing sewage discharge into the Ganga and Yamuna rivers in Prayagraj. Additional advocate general Garima Prashad said the CPCB did not inform it about the places from where the water samples were taken. The bench however asked her if the UPPCB was disputing or challenging the report and said there was no statutory requirement for the CPCB to provide information before taking samples. The bench also slammed the UPPCB saying the sample collection points did not matter and that it was enough that the stretch of the river was polluted. Effort to malign Mahakumbh, Sangam waters clean enough to consume: UP CM Yogi refutes CPCB report Prashad also informed the bench that UPPCB had filed an action-taken report on February 18 to which the bench said that faecal coliform levels were not mentioned in the report and that the report related to dates before January 12. The AAG assured the bench that the state was taking corrective measures and a new report would be filed within a week. Advocate Saurabh Tiwari appeared as the petitioner in the case. The CPCB previously informed the NGT that various locations in Prayagraj during the ongoing Mahakumbh were not conforming to the primary water quality for bathing with respect to the level of faecal coliform. Faecal coliform, a marker of sewage contamination, has a permissible limit of 2,500 units per 100 ml, according to the CPCB. The river water quality was not conforming to the primary water quality for bathing with respect to faecal coliform (FC) at all the monitored locations on various occasions. A large number of people took holy dips in the river at Prayagraj during the Mahakumbh Mela, including on auspicious bathing days, which eventually led to an increase in faecal concentration, the report said.
Dont want packed flour? Discover the fitness revolution at Maha Kumbh Grind your flour & get fit
The Maha Kumbh's ODOP and Khadi exhibitions in Prayagraj feature the innovative Cycle Atta Chakki. This patented device allows users to grind grains while exercising, promoting health and reducing energy waste. The device was created by Amit Mishra, Rekha Mishra, and Ashish Gangwar, and has gained recognition for its blend of fitness and sustainable living.
Naga Sadhus at the Maha Kumbh are collaborating with Dr. Nishant Kumar from the Eyebetes Foundation to raise awareness about free eye checks. This unique campaign, running until February 24, encourages devotees to get their eyes screened, addressing the importance of proper vision and diabetes management.
SP chief Akhilesh Yadav backs Mamata Banerjee over remarks on Mahakumbh
LUCKNOW: Amid the condemnation of West Bengal CM Mamata Banerjees statement over Mahakumbh by the Sant Samaj and the BJP, former UP CM and Samajwadi Party (SP) chief Akhilesh Yadav, on Wednesday, backed her for accusing Yogi Adityanath government of mismanagement in the congregation and turning it into a Mrityu Kumbh. While interacting with media persons here on Wednesday, the SP chief towed the line of West Bengal CM accusing the state dispensation of hiding the deaths and people missing in Mahakumbh. Charging the Yogi government with poor management and bad arrangements in Mahakumbh, Akhilesh alleged that there was large-scale corruption involved in it. What Mamata Banerjee said is correct. People from West Bengal have also lost their lives. A large number of people from Bengal and other states have died. FIRs are not even being registered, Yadav said. He added that devotees had been thronging Kumbh for centuries. Who was responsible for the arrangements for this event? When the (UP) chief minister (Yogi Adityanath) said that arrangements had been made for 100 crore people, people got more confident. When he invited celebrities and other famous people, people became even more confident that the arrangements would be good. However, that did not happen. BJP is taking advantage of the sentiments of the people. This Kumbh has the highest number of missing persons cases, the highest number of deaths, and the highest number of people falling ill, he added. On Tuesday, speaking in the West Bengal legislative assembly, Mamata Banerjee had claimed that Mahakumbh had turned into a dungeon of death. You said 30 people died but the fact is thousands died, and you threw the bodies in the river, Banerjee had alleged. She also alleged that the bodies of the Bengal residents who died in Prayagraj were not sent for postmortem by the Uttar Pradesh government. Accusing the BJP of selling religion, she alleged that the Maha Kumbh was organised to make money. Akhilesh Yadav said: These are the people who are destroying things, these are the people who are doing a great scam in Mahakumbh. They are using such language to divert people from the bad arrangements in the Kumbh. The chief minister is also a Yogi. We trust all our saints and Yogis because they speak the truth. This is the chief minister who wants to hide the incident that happened in front of millions of eyes. Akhilesh Yadav claimed that corruption had taken place in Mahakumbh on a large scale. On doing an investigation, the truth of the biggest scam done in toilets will come out. It is being heard that several hundred crores have been swindled in the Mahakumbh. The language of the CM has changed to hide the great corruption and great failure in this Mahakumbh, he added.
Dr. Umesh Chand Pant and his daughter Umang cycled 700 km from Ghaziabad to Prayagraj to promote fitness through cycling. Starting on February 10, they reached their destination on February 15, resting overnight in multiple cities. Arpit and Shivani Shrotiya from Mumbai and a group of youths from Bihar also traveled to the Maha Kumbh using unique means.
State-of-the-art Spyglass and EHL technology starts at Gastroenterology dept of MNLMC
Motilal Nehru Medical College's Gastroenterology department introduced advanced Spyglass and EHL technology to remove large Common Bile Duct stones without major surgery. Successfully used on a 55-year-old patient, this technique reduces risk and recovery time. This milestone elevates the department's status, which annually conducts extensive endoscopies and ERCP procedures with a high success rate.
