Tracking People Flow, Crowd Density, Alarm System: How AI Is Being Used At Maha Kumbh To Prevent Stampedes
2 months ago

Tracking People Flow, Crowd Density, Alarm System: How AI Is Being Used At Maha Kumbh To Prevent Stampedes

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The organisers of the world's largest religious gathering — the Maha Kumbh in Prayagraj, Uttar Pradesh, have made the use of artificial intelligence to prevent stampedes and to ensure proper crowd management. Thus, to avoid any untoward incident or crowd crushes, like the disaster in the1954 Kumbh Mela, the organisers have been using advanced technology to keep things under control. The UP government on Thursday said the Maha Kumbh Mela had already crossed the 10-crore milestone for pilgrims taking a dip at the Triveni Sangam. "We want everyone to go back home happily after having fulfilled their spiritual duties," Amit Kumar, a senior police officer heading tech operations in the festival, told AFP.

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Kumbh Mela comes to a close, but devotees continue to flock to Sangam
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Kumbh Mela comes to a close, but devotees continue to flock to Sangam

Firstpost  

The Maha Kumbh Mela, which spanned 4,000 hectares from January 13 to February 26, witnessed an estimated 66 crore devotees taking a dip in the sacred waters Hindu devotees take ritualistic dips at the confluence of the rivers Ganges, Yamuna and mythical Saraswati on Shivaratri, the final day of Maha Kumbh festival, in Prayagraj, Uttar Pradesh, February 26. The only …

Kumbh stampede downplayed to avoid panic among 8 crore devotees: Yogi Adityanath
3 weeks, 1 day ago

Kumbh stampede downplayed to avoid panic among 8 crore devotees: Yogi Adityanath

India Today  

Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Monday said his government acted swiftly to control the situation after the January 29 stampede at the Maha Kumbh in Prayagraj, ensuring timely medical aid for victims while preventing widespread panic. Addressing a gathering of Indian Institute of Management and Indian Postal Service officials in Lucknow, Adityanath said, "We did not allow the …

Week after Maha Kumbh, Prayagraj feels post-festive void
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3 weeks, 2 days ago

Week after Maha Kumbh, Prayagraj feels post-festive void

India Today  

More than 60 crore people visited Uttar Pradesh's Prayagraj over 45 days to witness the Maha Kumbh Mela, a once-in-a-lifetime event held every 144 years. A week after the grand Maha Kumbh Mela concluded on Maha Shivratri, the city bore a desolate look. Workers dismantle tents after the conclusion of Maha Kumbh Mela, at Sangam in Prayagraj. In keeping with …

How does the Maha Kumbh ground in Prayagraj look after the Mela | Photos
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3 weeks, 3 days ago

How does the Maha Kumbh ground in Prayagraj look after the Mela | Photos

Hindustan Times  

How does the Maha Kumbh ground in Prayagraj look after the Mela | Photos The Maha Kumbh Mela started on January 13 and ended on the occasion of Maha Shivratri in Prayagraj, Uttar Pradesh. The Maha Kumbh Mela started on January 13 and ended on the occasion of Maha Shivratri in Prayagraj, Uttar Pradesh on February 26 1 / 11 …

How Prayagraj mela grounds look after Maha Kumbh 2025
3 weeks, 3 days ago

How Prayagraj mela grounds look after Maha Kumbh 2025

Hindustan Times  

Prayagraj, once the stunning epicentre that hosted the grand Maha Kumbh Mela, one of the largest religious gatherings in the world, is now in the process of returning to normalcy after a record footfall. A 15-day special cleanliness drive began at the Maha Kumbh Mela grounds/ On Friday, a 15-day special cleanliness drive began at the Maha Kumbh Mela grounds …

This Week in Explainers: How over 64 crore devotees at Maha Kumbh were counted
3 weeks, 4 days ago

This Week in Explainers: How over 64 crore devotees at Maha Kumbh were counted

Firstpost  

The Maha Kumbh Mela concluded on Mahashivratri in Uttar Pradesh’s Prayagraj, 45 days after it began last month. All this and more in our weekly roundup from India Hindu devotees take ritualistic dips at the confluence of the rivers Ganges, Yamuna and mythical Saraswati on Shivaratri, the final day of Maha Kumbh festival, in Prayagraj, Uttar Pradesh, February 26. In …

Maha Kumbh 2025 ends with 66 crore attendees, stampedes, viral stars like Monalisa | Recap
3 weeks, 6 days ago

Maha Kumbh 2025 ends with 66 crore attendees, stampedes, viral stars like Monalisa | Recap

Hindustan Times  

As the Maha Kumbh 2025 in Uttar Pradesh's Prayagraj concluded on Wednesday, February 26, with the final holy dip on Mahashivratri, the world’s largest spiritual gathering is leaving behind more than just numbers – some faces like ‘Monalisa' and IIT 'Baba’ amid the overwhelming crowd of over 66 crore that made hit headlines and some tragic moments like stampedes. While …

Maha Kumbh 2025 | How world media covered 45-day event in Prayagraj: ‘More pilgrims than US population’
1 month ago

Maha Kumbh 2025 | How world media covered 45-day event in Prayagraj: ‘More pilgrims than US population’

Hindustan Times  

Maha Kumbh 2025: A sea of pilgrims from across the country on Wednesday, February 26, took a holy dip at the Triveni Sangam on Maha Shivratri as the 45-day Maha Kumbh inched towards its closure. Naga Sadhus arrive in a procession to take a holy dip in Sangam, the confluence of Ganges, Yamuna and Saraswati rivers, at the Maha Kumbh …

Mahashivratri: Prayagraj bans vehicles as crowds swell for last ‘snan’ of Maha Kumbh
1 month ago

Mahashivratri: Prayagraj bans vehicles as crowds swell for last ‘snan’ of Maha Kumbh

Live Mint  

Entry of all vehicles has been banned in Prayagraj as crowds have started to swell in the holy city to participate in the final ‘snan’ of the Maha Kumbh coinciding with the festival of Mahashivratri on February 26. These restrictions of no-vehicles in Maha Kumbh and Prayagraj have been imposed to ensure smooth crowd movement on the concluding day of …

Maha Kumbh Mela 2025 highlights: Grand fair sees footfall of more than 66 crore
1 month ago

Maha Kumbh Mela 2025 highlights: Grand fair sees footfall of more than 66 crore

Hindustan Times  

Maha Kumbh Mela 2025 highlights: 66.30 crore people visited Prayagraj since the start of the Maha Kumbh on January 13 Maha Kumbh Mela 2025 highlights: The month-long celebration of Maha Kumbh, one the world’s largest religious gatherings, comes to a grand conclusion on Wednesday on the occasion of Maha Shivratri. Maha Kumbh Mela 2025 | Key Points The devotees began …

Kumbh Mela: Authorities impose ‘no vehicle zone’ from 4 p.m.
1 month ago

Kumbh Mela: Authorities impose ‘no vehicle zone’ from 4 p.m.

The Hindu  

The Maha Kumbh Mela area will be a no-vehicle zone from 4 p.m. on Tuesday, with the entire Prayagraj following suit from 6 p.m. onwards in view of the massive influx of devotees for the last special bathing date coinciding with Mahashivratri on February 26. Watch | The Maha Kumbh will inspire future generations as a symbol of unity: PM …

AI meets Maha Kumbh: Demystifying crowd-counting process at Prayagraj
1 month ago

AI meets Maha Kumbh: Demystifying crowd-counting process at Prayagraj

India Today  

The estimated number of recorded attendees at the Maha Kumbh Mela in Prayagraj is approaching 64 crore. The computer vision-based AI models used in estimating crowd density and numbers at the Maha Kumbh were first trained on the footage from Magh Mela 2024 to understand human behaviour in a similar setting. THE AI-ARCHITECTURE AT MAHA KUMBH The cameras in the …

Mahakumbh 2025: Millions of Devotees Attend Kumbh Mela, Crowd Grows Ahead of Mahashivratri | ABP NEWS
1 month ago

Mahakumbh 2025: Millions of Devotees Attend Kumbh Mela, Crowd Grows Ahead of Mahashivratri | ABP NEWS

ABP News  

The Mahakumbh Mela continues to draw millions of devotees to Prayagraj, with the total number of devotees who have bathed in the holy Sangam reaching 62 crores. Although today, being Monday, the crowd is somewhat smaller compared to the weekend, the number still remains in the millions. Many devotees travel long distances, even on foot, to reach the Sangam, often …

Mahakumbh 2025: Over 62 Crore Devotees Participate as Sacred Rituals Continue at Triveni Sangam
1 month ago

Mahakumbh 2025: Over 62 Crore Devotees Participate as Sacred Rituals Continue at Triveni Sangam

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The ongoing Maha Kumbh Mela in Prayagraj has become a symbol of faith and devotion, with millions of devotees flocking to the Sangam for a sacred dip. Thousands continue to arrive, forming a sea of devotees, especially near the Triveni Sangam, where the sacred confluence of the Ganges, Yamuna, and the Saraswati River attracts thousands each day. Uttar Pradesh Chief …

Akhilesh Yadav slams BJP over handling of economy, Mahakumbh
1 month ago

Akhilesh Yadav slams BJP over handling of economy, Mahakumbh

Deccan Chronicle  

Kanpur : Samajwadi Party Chief Akhilesh Yadav on Sunday slammed the BJP over the handling of the economy and the Mahakumbh event in Prayagraj. ".The dream that the government showed of making a 1 trillion dollar economy has failed.the poor people are not able to understand what this game of million trillion is.The promises that were made to the people …

Mahakumbh 2025: 60 Million Devotees Flock to kumbh Mela in Prayagraj Amid Traffic Jams
1 month ago

Mahakumbh 2025: 60 Million Devotees Flock to kumbh Mela in Prayagraj Amid Traffic Jams

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The ongoing Mahakumbh Mela in Prayagraj has drawn over 60 million devotees to take a dip in the holy confluence of the Ganga, Yamuna, and the Sarasvati rivers. As the last days of the event approach, roads and highways leading to Prayagraj are packed with crowds and long queues of vehicles. In the final days leading up to Mahashivratri, devotees …

Mahakumbh: 62 crore devotees have come to Kumbh Mela so far, one of century's rarest events, says CM Yogi
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1 month ago

Mahakumbh: 62 crore devotees have come to Kumbh Mela so far, one of century's rarest events, says CM Yogi

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Mahakumbh: 62 crore devotees have come to Kumbh Mela so far, one of century's rarest events, says CM Yogi Kumbh Mela 2025: Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath said on Sunday that 62 crore devotees have come to the Mahakumbh so far and the gathering of such a large number of people during a certain period is in itself "one …

Maha Kumbh: UP govt gears up for Mahashivratri, last major snan day
1 month ago

Maha Kumbh: UP govt gears up for Mahashivratri, last major snan day

Hindustan Times  

The Uttar Pradesh government on Friday said it has ramped up preparations at Maha Kumbh in Prayagraj to ensure seamless arrangements for devotees in the final significant bath on Mahashivratri which falls on February 26. Chief Secretary Manoj Kumar Singh and Director General of Police Prashant Kumar visited Mahakumbh Nagar to review the arrangements and provide necessary instructions to officials, …

Mahakumbh draws huge number of devotees, 520 million pilgrims take holy dip
1 month, 1 week ago

Mahakumbh draws huge number of devotees, 520 million pilgrims take holy dip

Deccan Chronicle  

Devotees continued to arrive at Mahakumbh 2025 to take a holy dip at Triveni Sangam on the 36th day of the festival on Monday. Over 52 crore devotees have taken a holy dip so far at the world's largest human gathering.A massive influx of devotees was seen at the Prayagraj Railway station on Monday.Police officials were constantly vigilant to manage …

Kumbh: Strict crowd control measures at key UP stations after Delhi stampede
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1 month, 1 week ago

Kumbh: Strict crowd control measures at key UP stations after Delhi stampede

India Today  

Strict measures to manage huge crowds of people visiting the Maha Kumbh Mela in Prayagraj are in place at several railway stations in Uttar Pradesh, including Ayodhya, Kanpur, Lucknow and Mirzapur. This came two days after 18 people were killed in a stampede at the New Delhi railway station when hundreds of people were scrambling to catch trains heading to …

Mahakumbh area declared 'no vehicle zone' for February 15 and 16 | Details
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1 month, 1 week ago

Mahakumbh area declared 'no vehicle zone' for February 15 and 16 | Details

India TV News  

The entire Mahakumbh area in Uttar Pradesh’s Prayagraj has been declared a "no vehicle zone" for February 15 and 16, in view of the possibility of a heavy crowd over the weekend. The footfall at Mahakumbh crossed the 50 crore mark with as many devotees taking a holy dip at the Triveni Sangam, which is more than the combined population …

Maha Kumbh Footfall Crosses 50 Crore-Mark, More Than Combined Population Of US, Russia: UP Govt
1 month, 1 week ago

Maha Kumbh Footfall Crosses 50 Crore-Mark, More Than Combined Population Of US, Russia: UP Govt

ABP News  

Mahakumbh Nagar: Over 50 crore devotees have taken a holy dip at the Triveni Sangam during the ongoing Maha Kumbh till Friday evening, which is more than the combined population of the US and Russia, the government said. According to the government, over 92 lakh devotees had taken a dip till 6 pm on Friday alone, pushing the overall footfall …

Maha Kumbh Mela 2025 dates extended? Prayagraj District Magistrate clarifies
1 month, 1 week ago

Maha Kumbh Mela 2025 dates extended? Prayagraj District Magistrate clarifies

Live Mint  

Maha Kumbh Mela 2025 will end on February 2026 on the occasion of Mahashivratri and the dates have not been extended so far, reported ANI citing Prayagraj District Magistrate Ravindra Kumar Mandhad. While speaking about the rumours of Maha Kumbh Mela 2025 dates, Prayagraj District Magistrate Ravindra Kumar Mandhad told ANI, "This is a rumour, and the end date for …

Maha Kumbh 2025: Over 45 crore devotees took dip in Prayagraj's Sangam in 29 days | In pics
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1 month, 2 weeks ago

Maha Kumbh 2025: Over 45 crore devotees took dip in Prayagraj's Sangam in 29 days | In pics

Hindustan Times  

Maha Kumbh 2025: Over 45 crore devotees took dip in Prayagraj's Sangam in 29 days | In pics Maha Kumbh 2025 has become one of the largest religious gatherings in history with over 45 crore devotees participating in the bathing rituals as of February 11. In pic: Devotees perform rituals at Sangam after taking a holy dip on the eve …

Maha Kumbh traffic woes: ‘No vehicle zone’ declared ahead of Maghi Purnima Snan after massive jam | Advisory
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1 month, 2 weeks ago

Maha Kumbh traffic woes: ‘No vehicle zone’ declared ahead of Maghi Purnima Snan after massive jam | Advisory

Hindustan Times  

Plans for the ‘Maghi Purnima Snan’, scheduled for Wednesday, February 12, have been put in place, including the entire Maha Kumbh area being declared a 'no vehicle zone', a day after people were stranded in traffic jams for more than 30 hours at several places. Thousands of devotees heading to Prayagraj for the Maha Kumbh were stuck in massive traffic …

Maha Kumbh sees record crowds as authorities ensure smooth pilgrim experience
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Maha Kumbh sees record crowds as authorities ensure smooth pilgrim experience

Hindustan Times  

A huge crowd of devotees arrived at the ongoing Maha Kumbh Mela Kshetra on Tuesday to take a holy dip in the Triveni Sangam. On Tuesday, a sizable contingent of worshippers descended at the current Maha Kumbh Mela Kshetra to bathe in the sacred Triveni Sangam. On Monday, Uttar Pradesh Director General of Police Prashant Kumar lauded the efforts of …

Maha Kumbh devotees stuck in hours-long traffic, social media users calls it 'world's biggest jam'
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Maha Kumbh devotees stuck in hours-long traffic, social media users calls it 'world's biggest jam'

Hindustan Times  

A sea of vehicles, said to be stretching up to ‘300 kilometers’, transformed roads leading to the Maha Kumbh Mela in Uttar Pradesh's Prayagraj into parking lots, with lakhs of pilgrims eager to attend the world’s largest religious gathering finding themselves stranded in their cars on Sunday, hundreds of kilometers away from the fair site. Prayagraj: Vehicles stuck in a …

Maha Kumbh Mela 2025: Huge crowd of devotees triggers massive jam in Prayagraj
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Maha Kumbh Mela 2025: Huge crowd of devotees triggers massive jam in Prayagraj

The Hindu  

A severe traffic congestion extending for kilometers was witnessed on the routes to the Maha Kumbh Mela here on Sunday with Samajwadi Party president Akhilesh Yadav asking the government to make emergency arrangements for the stranded devotees. Regarding the traffic jam, Samajwadi Party president Akhilesh Yadav in a post on X said, "Emergency arrangements should be made immediately for the …

Mahakumbh 2025: Nirmohi Ani Akhara Mahant Speaks Out on Stampede Incident
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Mahakumbh 2025: Nirmohi Ani Akhara Mahant Speaks Out on Stampede Incident

ABP News  

At Mahakumbh 2025, Nirmohi Ani Akhara’s Mahant has raised concerns over the recent stampede incident, highlighting the challenges of managing such a massive gathering. Speaking about the chaos, he emphasized the need for enhanced security measures and better crowd control to prevent such occurrences in the future.Despite the incident, a massive turnout was seen on Basant Panchami, with over 62.25 …

Maha Kumbh 2025: Govt offices to stay closed today in Prayagraj due to huge influx of devotees on Basant Panchami
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Maha Kumbh 2025: Govt offices to stay closed today in Prayagraj due to huge influx of devotees on Basant Panchami

Live Mint  

Anticipating a huge influx of devotees for the ‘Amrit Snan’ at the Maha Kumbh 2025, the Prayagraj District Magistrate has declared a holiday for all government offices in the district. The order from the Office of the District Magistrate states that due to the gathering of millions of devotees and pilgrims from across the country and abroad for the holy …

Maha Kumbh highlights: Stampede probe hints at conspiracy, says BJP MP in Parliament
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Maha Kumbh highlights: Stampede probe hints at conspiracy, says BJP MP in Parliament

Hindustan Times  

Security personnel keep watch as devotees gather to take a holy dip at the Sangam on the occasion of Basant Panchami during the ongoing Maha Kumbh Mela, in Prayagraj, Monday, Feb. 3, 2025. Maha Kumbh highlights: The Maha Kumbh Mela witnessed the third ‘Amrit Snan’ on Monday, February 3, on the occasion of Basant Panchami, the first holy bathing ritual …

Keeping up with UP: Crowd mismanagement not ‘will of God’ triggered Kumbh deaths
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Keeping up with UP: Crowd mismanagement not ‘will of God’ triggered Kumbh deaths

Hindustan Times  

A day after the stampede at Maha Kumbh in which at least 30 people were killed, the international president of the Vishwa Hindu Parishad Alok Kumar said the incident would not be a dampener for the event as pilgrims tend to accept such accidents as “a will of God”. Singh also wrote an MoU was signed with the Moti Lal …

Conspiracy angle in Kumbh stampede, 16,000 mobile numbers under probe: Sources
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Conspiracy angle in Kumbh stampede, 16,000 mobile numbers under probe: Sources

India Today  

Investigators probing the January 29 stampede at the ongoing Maha Kumbh Mela in Prayagraj have shifted their focus to a conspiracy angle that might have played a part in the tragic incident that left 30 pilgrims dead, sources said. According to the sources, investigators are conducting data analysis of more than 16,000 mobile numbers which were said to be active …

Officers with Ardh Kumbh experience entrusted with Maha Kumbh crowd management post stampede
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Officers with Ardh Kumbh experience entrusted with Maha Kumbh crowd management post stampede

The Hindu  

The Uttar Pradesh government has deployed two senior IAS officers, who were part of the team that successfully conducted the 2019 Ardh Kumbh, to oversee the smooth conduct of the Maha Kumbh Mela in the wake of the recent stampede that left at least 30 pilgrims dead. “Ashish Goyal and Bhanu Chandra Goswami have hands-on experience in administration in Prayagraj, …

At the Maha Kumbh Mela, faith and fatalities
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1 month, 3 weeks ago

At the Maha Kumbh Mela, faith and fatalities

The Hindu  

It is dark and chaotic at 11 p.m. on January 29. Editorial | Deaths after the surge: On the stampede at the Maha Kumbh Five hours earlier, Roniyar received what he describes as a “miracle call”. “As the gates were shut, some people collided with those coming from the other direction,” says Vijay Yadav, 42, from Kushinagar, Uttar Pradesh. Ajay …

Watch: What caused the stampede at the Maha Kumbh?
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Watch: What caused the stampede at the Maha Kumbh?

The Hindu  

At least 30 pilgrims died and 60 were injured in a stampede at the Maha Kumbh on January 29th, 2025, when a large number of pilgrims reached the sacred Triveni Sangam in Prayagraj to take a holy dip on Mauni Amavasya. The Uttar Pradesh government had estimated that a hundred million people would have their holy dips on January 29. …

MahaKumbh 2025: Post-Stampede, Record Crowds in Prayagraj, Safety Tightened | ABP NEWS
1 month, 3 weeks ago

MahaKumbh 2025: Post-Stampede, Record Crowds in Prayagraj, Safety Tightened | ABP NEWS

ABP News  

The 2025 Maha Kumbh Mela in Prayagraj is witnessing a massive surge of devotees at the sacred Sangam. In light of previous incidents like stampedes, the administration has taken extensive measures to enhance safety and organization. The upcoming Amrit Snan on Basant Panchami is a major focus, with the administration on high alert to ensure smooth proceedings. The entire administrative …

After Maha Kumbh stampede, come decongestion measures. Here’s how pilgrims continue to suffer
1 month, 3 weeks ago

After Maha Kumbh stampede, come decongestion measures. Here’s how pilgrims continue to suffer

Firstpost  

In the wake of the Maha Kumbh stampede tragedy in Uttar Pradesh’s Prayagraj, the state government introduced strict decongestion measures, such as sealing district borders, to prevent overcrowding. As a result, a massive traffic jam and cancellation of trains have left thousands of pilgrims stranded in the spiritual epicentre without food, water, or shelter Buses and other vehicles piled up …

UP brings new measures after stampede deaths rock Mahakumbh mela
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1 month, 3 weeks ago

UP brings new measures after stampede deaths rock Mahakumbh mela

Hindustan Times  

A day after at least 30 people were killed in a predawn stampede at the Maha Kumbh, the Uttar Pradesh government on Thursday enforced stricter measures for better crowd management and safety of devotees as it restricted vehicular movement, cancelled VIP passes, increased security deployment, and ended needless restrictions on the pontoon bridges that connect the mela city. A lot …

After the Stampede, Ramps UP Efforts to Ensure Crowd Management, Devotees’ Safety
1 month, 3 weeks ago

After the Stampede, Ramps UP Efforts to Ensure Crowd Management, Devotees’ Safety

Deccan Chronicle  

New Delhi/Prayagraj: A day after a stampede at the Maha Kumbh Mela left 30 people dead, the Uttar Pradesh government ramped up efforts to ensure crowd management and the safety of devotees who continued to flock in large numbers for the religious gathering. Maha Kumbh DIG Vaibhav Krishna said the incident took place due to crowd pressure. Mr Krishna said …

Maha Kumbh 2025 Live: 'Will make better arrangements for Basant Panchami,' says UP DGP
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Maha Kumbh 2025 Live: 'Will make better arrangements for Basant Panchami,' says UP DGP

Hindustan Times  

Maha Kumbh 2025 Live: Devotees take a dip at the Sangam during the ongoing Maha Kumbh Mela 2025, in Prayagraj, Thursday, Jan. 30, 2025. Maha Kumbh 2025 Live: Uttar Pradesh chief minister Yogi Adityanath ordered a judicial probe into the stampede at Maha Kumbh on Wednesday. At least 30 people have been killed, and 60 were injured in the pre-dawn …

Deaths after the surge: On the stampede at the Maha Kumbh
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Deaths after the surge: On the stampede at the Maha Kumbh

The Hindu  

The stampede at the Maha Kumbh in Prayagraj, Uttar Pradesh — the third such incident in recent months — confirms India’s dubious distinction of having the most number of deaths during religious gatherings. While the day’s developments have not yielded conclusive reasons for the stampede that happened in the early hours of January 29, initial investigations suggest an uncontrolled surge …

The tragedy at Maha Kumbh
1 month, 3 weeks ago

The tragedy at Maha Kumbh

Hindustan Times  

It is tragic that at least 30 people died in a pre-dawn stampede at the Maha Kumbh Mela ahead of the ritual Mauni Amavasya bath. The government estimated that over 400 million people would visit the Maha Kumbh over two months, and 100 million on the six “shahi snan” days. Indian Hindu devotees arrive for a holy dip at Sangam, …

Crowd chaos and confusion at site of India festival stampede
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Crowd chaos and confusion at site of India festival stampede

Raw Story  

by Devesh MISHRA Journeying across India for the pinnacle celebration of the Hindu calendar, Laxmi and her family were sleeping by the roadside Wednesday as they waited to cleanse themselves in the sacred Ganges river. "A large crowd surged forward, pushing and trampling us," Laxmi, shell-shocked and huddled under a thick woolen shawl in the morning cold, told AFP. "If …

Maha Kumbh stampede: Why the religious gathering is attracting 10 crore people today
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Maha Kumbh stampede: Why the religious gathering is attracting 10 crore people today

Firstpost  

As many as 10 crore devotees and pilgrims are expected to throng the Maha Kumbh mela in Uttar Pradesh’s Prayagraj today for Amrit Snan in the Triveni Sangam on Mauni Amavasya. PTI A “stampede-like” situation broke out at the Triveni Sangam in the early hours of Wednesday as crores of devotees gathered for a holy bath on the occasion of …

'Small Incident': BJP Leaders’ Chorus After Maha Kumbh Stampede, All Laud Mela Arrangements
1 month, 3 weeks ago

'Small Incident': BJP Leaders’ Chorus After Maha Kumbh Stampede, All Laud Mela Arrangements

ABP News  

Maha Kumbh Stampede: BJP leaders including Hema Malini and Ramveer Singh Bidhuri lauded the Maha Kumbh Mela arrangements hours after a stampede occurred near the 'Sangam', in which 10 people are feared dead. "If some small incident happened somewhere, someone spread a small rumour, then it does not mean that the system is bad," he said. Congress Questions VIP Movement …

Maha Kumbh 2025 stampede: Congress slams Centre, Yogi Govt for ‘half-baked’ arrangements
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1 month, 3 weeks ago

Maha Kumbh 2025 stampede: Congress slams Centre, Yogi Govt for ‘half-baked’ arrangements

The Hindu  

The Congress on Wednesday hit out at the Centre and the Uttar Pradesh government over the "stampede-like" situation at the Sangam, demanding that the Maha Kumbh management be handed over to a better administrator than Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath and the movement of VVIPs there be stopped. Maha Kumbh stampede LIVE updates Multiple casualties were feared after a "stampede-like" situation …

PM Modi, Amit Shah Dial UP CM Yogi After Stampede At Maha Kumbh Mela
1 month, 3 weeks ago

PM Modi, Amit Shah Dial UP CM Yogi After Stampede At Maha Kumbh Mela

ABP News  

Maha Kumbh Stampede: Prime Minister Narendra Modi spoke with Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath to review the situation after a stampede at the ongoing Maha Kumbh Mela in Prayagraj on the second Amrit Snan day on Wednesday. Union Home Minister Amit Shah also spoke with CM Adityanatha and assured him of all possible help from the Centre. Around 10 …

Mahakumbh 2025: Authorities using AI to manage crowd, avoid stampede at world’s biggest gathering
2 months ago

Mahakumbh 2025: Authorities using AI to manage crowd, avoid stampede at world’s biggest gathering

Firstpost  

Organisers predict up to 400 million pilgrims will visit the Kumbh Mela, a millennia-old sacred show of Hindu piety and ritual bathing that began on January 13 and runs for six weeks Devotees gather at the ‘Maha Kumbh Mela’ on the day they take a holy dip at Sangam, in Prayagraj. Organisers predict up to 400 million pilgrims will visit …

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