Gautam Adani, chairman of the Adani Group, attended the Maha Kumbh Mela and visited ISKCON's camp in Prayagraj. The Adani Group is providing free meals through the Mahaprasad Seva initiative, serving 50 lakh devotees. This effort, supported by 2,500 volunteers, exemplifies Adani's dedication to corporate social responsibility and community service.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi is likely to attend the Mahakumbh Mela 2025 on February 5. Union Home Minister Amit Shah and Vice President Jagdeep Dhankhar are scheduled for January 27 and February 1, respectively. Amid tight security, significant bathing dates upcoming. Since January 13, over 88.1 million pilgrims have participated despite adverse weather conditions.

Seema Haider, who claims to have adopted Hinduism and is now living in Greater Noida, could not visit the Maha Kumbh due to her pregnancy. She and her husband Sachin Meena decided to send 51 litres of cow milk as an offering. Haider, originally from Pakistan, entered India illegally in 2023 with her four children.

A garland seller named Monalisa Bhonsle from Indore has gained widespread attention at the Mahakumbh Mela in Prayagraj for her resemblance to Leonardo da Vinci's Mona Lisa. Her distinctive features have drawn large crowds, which are impacting her business.

Mamta, a postgraduate from Delhi, became Mahamandaleshwar of Kinnar Akhara shortly after her marriage, with full support from her family. She has been dedicated to Sanatan Dharma since the age of seven, actively propagating it through religious texts and discourses. She joined Kinnar Akhara six years ago, learning under Mahamandaleshwar Swami Parvati Nand Giri Dhuliya.

When Hiuen-Tsang visited India during Harshavardhan's reign, he chronicled the Allahabad Fort and its Akshayavat Patalpuri temple. The temple, built in the 16th century by Emperor Akbar, is now more accessible to pilgrims thanks to recent renovations, although the holy Akshayavat tree remains in a restricted area.

The Akshayavat Patalpuri temple in Prayagraj, built during Emperor Akbar's reign, is an ancient subterranean temple adorned with statues and murals depicting Hindu mythology. Recent renovations have improved accessibility for pilgrims visiting this historic site, though parts remain under Army control.

The Akshayavat tree within Allahabad Fort, built by Mughal emperor Akbar in 1583, holds mythological significance as a sacred and indestructible banyan tree. This includes its connections to Lord Ram, Sita, and various deities. Currently under army jurisdiction, it symbolizes knowledge and salvation, with only distant public viewing allowed.

Located near the confluence of the Ganga, Yamuna, and mythical Saraswati rivers, Allahabad Fort houses the Saraswati koop temple. The well inside is believed to maintain a direct connection to the Sangam. During a recent visit, PM Narendra Modi received Saraswati river water as a gift. Studies confirmed the well's water merges into the Sangam.

Bal Yogeshwar Das of Nar Narayan Seva Ashram Trust performs Yagnas in Indo-Pak border areas to honor Indian Army martyrs, reducing cross-border shelling significantly. The 42nd Yagna, starting January 12, aims to continue this tradition, with notable figures and martyrs' families attending.

A fire broke out in a tent at Sector No. 5 of the Maha Kumbh Mela while preparations were being made to fry puris. Firefighters quickly contained the flames, preventing further spread. This incident followed a massive fire in Sector 19 caused by exploding LPG cylinders. No casualties have been reported in either incident.

By the eighth day of Mahakumbh, over 22.7 lakh pilgrims visited Sangam Triveni, with significant dates still to come. Despite cold weather, attendance remained high. A fire incident at the Gita Press camp caused no casualties, destroying 70-80 huts and 8-10 tents.

The Uttar Pradesh government has issued a fire safety advisory for the Maha Kumbh Mela in Prayagraj, advising people to report emergencies, familiarize themselves with exits, use fire-fighting equipment, avoid dangerous materials, and prioritize safety. This follows a recent fire at a camp caused by a cylinder blast.

Rajasthan Chief Minister Bhajan Lal Sharma took a holy dip and offered prayers at Sangam during the Maha Kumbh. Sharma praised UP CM Yogi Adityanath for organizing the event and congratulated him on its success. Sharma was welcomed by UP minister Nand Gopal Nandi and met devotees at the Rajasthan Pavilion.