On Sunday, during the ongoing Magh Mela in Prayagraj, approximately 13 million devotees took a holy dip in the Ganges and at the confluence by 8 AM on Mauni Amavasya. An official from the fair administration reported that people began arriving at the bathing sites from midnight.
Previously, on Makar Sankranti, around 10.3 million and nearly 8.5 million devotees participated in the bathing rituals during Ekadashi.
Safety and Guidance Measures
Commissioner Soumya Agarwal stated that reflective tape has been placed on poles to guide the devotees, and civil defense volunteers are assisting in directing the crowds. The Magh Mela spans an area of 800 hectares divided into seven sectors.
Facilities for Devotees
Over 25,000 toilets have been constructed in the fair area, with more than 3,500 sanitation workers deployed. For those wishing to undertake a short-term stay, a tent city has been established, offering facilities for meditation and yoga.
Transportation and Security
To facilitate easy movement, bike taxis and golf carts are available for devotees. Superintendent of Police (Magh Mela) Neeraj Pandey mentioned that more than 10,000 police personnel are stationed throughout the fair area to ensure safety and smooth transit.
He added that this year, 42 temporary parking lots have been set up, accommodating over 100,000 vehicles. The Magh Mela has also seen the construction of 12,100 feet of ghats, equipped with all essential amenities for the attendees.
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