"Prayagraj is fully prepared..." UP Dy CM Keshav Prasad Maurya on Mahakumbh 2025

The main bathing rituals, known as the Shahi Snan (royal baths), will take place on January 14 (Makar Sankranti), January 29 (Mauni Amavasya), and February 3 (Basant Panchami). (ANI)

"Prayagraj is fully prepared to fulfil the responsibility of 'Atithi Devo Bhava'. We have made preparations in all the areas of Prayagraj... The Prime Minister (Narendra Modi) has also visited Prayagraj, and the Chief Minister (Yogi Adityanath) also keeps coming. In such a situation, everyone's responsibility increases," Maurya told ANI.

"I appeal to everyone to definitely come to see the divine, grand, Kumbh of Prayagraj...," he told ANI.

As part of the preparations for the Mahakumbh Mela 2025, Uttar Pradesh Police will use underwater drones for enhanced security.

The Maha Kumbh 2025 will showcase a vibrant display of India's cultural diversity from January 10 to February 24. The Uttar Pradesh Culture Department is finalising preparations to present the rich folk arts of India during this period, a press release stated.

The Culture Department will set up 20 small stages at key locations across Prayagraj, allowing tourists, devotees, and locals to experience the country's diverse cultural heritage over 45 days. Folk dance forms from various states across India will be performed on these stages.

Earlier, in preparation for the grand Mahakumbh 2025, North Central Railway introduced special arrangements to ensure the convenience of pilgrims arriving in Prayagraj.

Taking a digital leap, the Prayagraj division of North Central Railway has launched an innovative initiative to simplify the ticketing process through modern technology.

During the Mahakumbh, dedicated railway personnel from the Commercial Department will be deployed at Prayagraj Junction and other key locations. These personnel will be easily identifiable by their green jackets, which will feature a QR code printed on the back.(ANI)