Maha Kumbh Mela 2025: Railways to deploy 12,000 general coaches, women craft eco-friendly mats
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Maha Kumbh Mela 2025: Railways to deploy 12,000 general coaches, women craft eco-friendly mats

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Maha Kumbh Mela 2025: With around a month left for the Maha Kumbh Mela, to be held at Prayagraj on January 13, preparations are in full swing. Women make puja items Women make items for puja rituals Women in Ayodhya are making eco-friendly puja mats and other items from banana stem fibres for the upcoming Maha Kumbh Mela 2025. Railways to add 12,000 general coaches to ensure smooth journey Railways to add 12000 general coaches for Maha Kumbh Mela 2025 12,000 general coaches are being deployed to facilitate travel of pilgrims, Railways Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw stated on Wednesday, reported PTI. Devotees to get 'rudraksh' and sapling Maha Kumbh Mela 2025 preparations underway

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Maha Kumbh Mela 2025: Tips to know if you are planning to visit the mega event
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Maha Kumbh Mela 2025: Tips to know if you are planning to visit the mega event

The Hindu  

The upcoming Maha Kumbh Mela is scheduled to be held in Prayagraj from January 13 to February 26, 2025. With millions of devotees set to participate in what is the world’s largest religious congregation, the Maha Kumbh will kick off on January 13 with a visual display of 2,000 illuminated drones over Sangam Nose, depicting iconic events such as the …

Maha Kumbh Mela’s journey (1954-2025): A look at its evolution, unique features, logistics and tragedies
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Maha Kumbh Mela’s journey (1954-2025): A look at its evolution, unique features, logistics and tragedies

The Hindu  

“A Maha Yagya of Unity,” proclaimed Prime Minister Narendra Modi on December 13, 2024, while describing the upcoming Maha Kumbh Mela scheduled to be held at Prayagraj from January 13 to February 26, 2025. Origins The origin of the Kumbh Mela is attributed to eighth century Hindu philosopher Adi Shankaracharya, who promoted regular gatherings of spiritual leaders and ascetics, and …

‘40 crore people expected at Kumbh Mela in Prayagraj’: North Central Railway
6 days, 9 hours ago

‘40 crore people expected at Kumbh Mela in Prayagraj’: North Central Railway

Hindustan Times  

Around 40 crore people are likely to attend the upcoming Kumbh Mela in Uttar Pradesh's Prayagraj, according to the North Central Railway. Crowd management is a big subject for us,” Shashikant Tripathi, Chief Public Relations Officer, North Central Railway, told ANI. Tripathi also said that North Central Railway has devised a plan for a smooth and safe experience for the …

Maha Kumbh 2025: UP government set to introduce electric buses for devotees
6 days, 10 hours ago

Maha Kumbh 2025: UP government set to introduce electric buses for devotees

India TV News  

Ahead of the 2025 Maha Kumbh Mela, the Uttar Pradesh government is set to introduce a fleet of electric buses to ensure smooth transportation for the millions of devotees expected to visit Prayagraj for the grand religious event. Ajit Kumar Singh, General Manager Technical of Uttar Pradesh Transport Corporation, shared that the buses will be deployed on a range of …

Mahakumbh 2025: 29 temples being beautified ahead of mega spiritual experience
1 week ago

Mahakumbh 2025: 29 temples being beautified ahead of mega spiritual experience

India TV News  

Mahakumbh 2025: In order to support the massive influx of pilgrims and enhance the spiritual experience, significant infrastructural developments have been made in the temples and ghats. For the first time, the Maha Kumbh is not just a spiritual journey for millions, but a meticulously planned, digitally empowered experience that combines ancient traditions with the very best of modern innovation. …

Maha Kumbh 2025: No protocols for 'Shahi Snan', flower to be showered on saint, orders CM Yogi
1 week, 4 days ago

Maha Kumbh 2025: No protocols for 'Shahi Snan', flower to be showered on saint, orders CM Yogi

India TV News  

Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Tuesday conducted a detailed review of preparations for the upcoming Mahakumbh Mela, emphasising safety, cleanliness, and hospitality for the millions of pilgrims and visitors expected at the grand event. Urging the people of Prayagraj to set a benchmark in cleanliness and hospitality, Adityanath expressed confidence that this year’s Mahakumbh would surpass the standards set during …

Mahakumbh 2025: Railways to run 3,000 special trains, check advance ticket booking details, other facilities
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Mahakumbh 2025: Railways to run 3,000 special trains, check advance ticket booking details, other facilities

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Kumbh Mela 2025: Preparations for Mahakumbh 2025 are in full swing across various departments, including the Indian Railways. About Mahakumbh Mela 2025 Kumbh Mela is organised every 3 years, Ardh Kumbh Mela every 6 years and Maha Kumbh Mela every 12 years. Mahakumbh Mela 2025 is going to be organised in Siddhi Yoga on January 29, 2025, in Prayagraj, Uttar …

Mahakumbh Mela 2025: How will the grand event boost economy of Uttar Pradesh? EXPLAINED
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Mahakumbh Mela 2025: How will the grand event boost economy of Uttar Pradesh? EXPLAINED

India TV News  

Kumbh Mela 2025: Hindu devotees across the world are eagerly waiting for the Mahakumbh, a once-in-12-years spiritual event set to commence on January 13, 2025, in Uttar Pradesh's Prayagraj. Employment and tourism boost Preparations for Mahakumbh 2025 have already provided employment to approximately 45,000 families, according to the Uttar Pradesh Tourism Department. About Mahakumbh Mela 2025 Kumbh Mela is organised …

Maha Kumbh 2025: Details of the preparation to make it a global celebration of spirituality
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Maha Kumbh 2025: Details of the preparation to make it a global celebration of spirituality

Op India  

The Uttar Pradesh Government is making extensive preparations to ensure that Maha Kumbh Mela 2025 in Prayagraj is a grand, safe, and spiritually enriching event. Infrastructure Development Mahakumbh Nagar is being transformed into a temporary city with thousands of tents and shelters, including super deluxe accommodations like the IRCTC’s “Mahakumbh Gram” luxury tent city which offers deluxe tents and villas …

Yogi govt creates foolproof plan for safety of devotees attending Maha Kumbh Mela
1 week, 5 days ago

Yogi govt creates foolproof plan for safety of devotees attending Maha Kumbh Mela

Op India  

Preparations are in full swing for the Maha Kumbh Mela in Prayagraj starting on 13 January. The Yogi government of Uttar Pradesh has prepared a comprehensive plan to ensure the safety and smooth movement of over 40 crore pilgrims expected at the 2025 Maha Kumbh Mela, a grand cultural heritage event. To ensure the safety of pilgrims arriving at the …

Mahakumbh 2025: Mela administration hikes boat fare by 50 per cent amid prolonged demands from boatmen
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Mahakumbh 2025: Mela administration hikes boat fare by 50 per cent amid prolonged demands from boatmen

India TV News  

Kumbh Mela 2025: Ahead of the Mahakumbh in Uttar Pradesh's Prayagraj, the Kumbh Mela Administration has approved a 50% hike in fares for boatmen, addressing their long-standing demands. Additional District Magistrate for Mahakumbh, Vivek Chaturvedi, confirmed the decision, stating it was reached after fruitful discussions between the Prayagraj District Boatmen Association and the Mela administration. About Mahakumbh Mela 2025 Kumbh …

Prayagraj Maha Kumbh: A celebration of faith and a major boost to economy
3 weeks ago

Prayagraj Maha Kumbh: A celebration of faith and a major boost to economy

Op India  

The Maha Kumbh Mela, which will take place in Prayagraj in Uttar Pradesh, will not only be a blend of tradition and modernity but will also be unique in every way. The preparations for Prayagraj Maha Kumbh 2025 were initiated by Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath in 2022. Vocal for local CM Yogi’s government of Uttar Pradesh has made a framework …

Maha Kumbh 2025 to offer unique digital experience with AI chatbot: Know all about it
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Maha Kumbh 2025 to offer unique digital experience with AI chatbot: Know all about it

India TV News  

Maha Kumbh 2025 is set to provide a cutting-edge digital experience to devotees across the world by offering a memorable token of the mega event. As part of the Digital Maha Kumbh vision spearheaded by Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath, AI Generative Chatbot technology is being introduced for the first time. This is the …

Maha Kumbh 2025: Indian Railways to launch THIS initiative to remove level crossings ahead of mega fair
3 weeks, 5 days ago

Maha Kumbh 2025: Indian Railways to launch THIS initiative to remove level crossings ahead of mega fair

India TV News  

The authorities in Mahakumbh Nagar, Uttar Pradesh are doing everything to make next year's Maha Kumbh successful. Indian Railways, in collaboration with the UP State Bridge Corporation, undertook a project to elevate railway tracks to remove level crossings before next Maha Kumbh. A major highlight of this transformation is the removal of level crossings, made possible through the collaborative efforts …

7000 new electric buses, floating jetties: Here's How UP getting ready for Maha Kumbh 2025
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7000 new electric buses, floating jetties: Here's How UP getting ready for Maha Kumbh 2025

India TV News  

With just a few days left for the Maha Kumbh to begin, Uttar Pradesh Minister and BJP leader Dayashankar Singh on Thursday said that the authorities have arranged 7000 new electric and CNG buses and that 1.5 lakh toilets have been built for the Maha Kumbh 2025 in Prayagraj. Meanwhile, ahead of Prime Minister Narendra Modi's visit, CM Yogi personally …

Maha Kumbh: Yogi ministers extend invitations to Bihar Governor, CM for religious congregation in Prayagraj
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Maha Kumbh: Yogi ministers extend invitations to Bihar Governor, CM for religious congregation in Prayagraj

India TV News  

Maha Kumbh 2025: Bihar Governor Rajendra Arlekar and Chief Minister Nitish Kumar on Thursday received invitations from the Yogi Adityanath government in Uttar Pradesh for the "Mahakumbh," an over month-long religious congregation in Prayagraj scheduled to commence in January. Arrangements for over 450 million pilgrims, saints and tourists Addressing a press conference, the UP ministers said their government was dedicated …

Maha Kumbh 2025: PM Modi to visit Prayagraj tomorrow to launch development projects worth around Rs 7,000 cr
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Maha Kumbh 2025: PM Modi to visit Prayagraj tomorrow to launch development projects worth around Rs 7,000 cr

India TV News  

Maha Kumbh 2025: Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to visit Uttar Pradesh on Friday to assess the development works for the upcoming Maha Kumbh Mela 2025. To support Maha Kumbh Mela 2025, PM Modi will also launch the Kumbh Sah'AI'yak chatbot, designed to provide guidance, updates, and event details to devotees. About Maha Kumbh Mela 2025 Kumbh Mela is …

Maha Kumbh 2025: Cyber police station set up in Prayagraj to safeguard devotees from online frauds
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Maha Kumbh 2025: Cyber police station set up in Prayagraj to safeguard devotees from online frauds

India TV News  

Maha Kumbh Mela 2025: In view of the upcoming Maha Kumbh Mela in Prayagraj, the Uttar Pradesh Police has established a cyber police station in the Mela area to protect devotees from potential online fraud. About Maha Kumbh Mela 2025 Kumbh Mela is organised every 3 years, Ardh Kumbh Mela every 6 years and Maha Kumbh Mela every 12 years. …

Maha Kumbh 2025: Yogi govt make THIS special arrangement to keep accurate count of devotees attending mela
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Maha Kumbh 2025: Yogi govt make THIS special arrangement to keep accurate count of devotees attending mela

India TV News  

Maha Kumbh 2025: As Uttar Pradesh gears up for the Maha Kumbh 2025, one of the largest religious gatherings in the world, the Yogi Adityanath-led government is planning to install Artificial intelligence-enabled cameras to ensure an accurate headcount of devotees visiting the mela. The government issued a statement saying that till now there was no accurate technology to count the …

Maha Kumbh Mela 2025: World's largest 'rangoli' in 55,000 square feet being prepared in Prayagraj | WATCH
1 month ago

Maha Kumbh Mela 2025: World's largest 'rangoli' in 55,000 square feet being prepared in Prayagraj | WATCH

India TV News  

Maha Kumbh Mela 2025: In a historic endeavour, the world's largest "Rangoli" is being prepared in Uttar Pradesh's Prayagraj in view of the auspicious occasion of Maha Kumbh. WATCH THE VIDEO HERE: Maha Kumbh: 26 sculptures to enhance spiritual experience Moreover, this year’s Maha Kumbh Mela in Prayagraj promises to offer visitors a profound experience of ancient Indian culture, spirituality, …

Maha Kumbh Mela 2025: Indian Railways to run 13,000 trains for convenience of devotees, says Ashwini Vaishnaw
1 month ago

Maha Kumbh Mela 2025: Indian Railways to run 13,000 trains for convenience of devotees, says Ashwini Vaishnaw

India TV News  

Maha Kumbh 2025: Amid preparations for the Maha Kumbh Mela 2025, Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw today said that the Indian Railways would run about 13,000 trains, including 3,000 special ones, for the convenience of devotees. Ashwini Vaishnaw inspects Railways' preparations for Maha Kumbh The Union minister, who reached Prayagraj by train from Varanasi to review the Railways' preparations for the …

Prayagraj gears up for Maha Kumbh Mela; preparations for one of the largest Hindu festivals underway: See pics
1 month ago

Prayagraj gears up for Maha Kumbh Mela; preparations for one of the largest Hindu festivals underway: See pics

Hindustan Times  

Prayagraj gears up for Maha Kumbh Mela; preparations for one of the largest Hindu festivals underway: See pics Maha Kumbh Mela is the largest human gathering with over 400 million people attending. The authorities already started preparing the site.. 1 / 8 View Photos in a new improved layout Maha Kumbh Mela is in 2025, between Jan 13 and Feb …

Uttar Pradesh to launch online vehicle booking, ‘pink taxis’ for Mahakumbh 2025 from Dec 15
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Uttar Pradesh to launch online vehicle booking, ‘pink taxis’ for Mahakumbh 2025 from Dec 15

Hindustan Times  

Ahead of the Mahakumbh Mela 2025, the Uttar Pradesh government has decided to launch an online e-rickshaw and e-auto booking portal, with a focus on promoting a Green Mahakumbh. While the e-vehicle is expected to ease local transportation, it is also a move that will align with the UP government's Green Mahakumbh initiative of promoting a cleaner and more sustainable …

Uttar Pradesh declares Maha Kumbh area as new district ahead of Kumbh Mela
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Uttar Pradesh declares Maha Kumbh area as new district ahead of Kumbh Mela

India Today  

The Uttar Pradesh government on Sunday declared the Maha Kumbh area a new district ahead of the 2025 Maha Kumbh Mela. The new district will be known as Maha Kumbh Mela district. "In the Maha Kumbh Mela district/Mela area, the Mela Adikari, Kumbh Mela, Prayagraj will have the powers of Executive Magistrate, District Magistrate and Additional District Magistrate under Section-14. …

Maha Kumbh Mela 2025: Uttar Pradesh government to invite all CMs, governors in Prayagraj
1 month, 1 week ago

Maha Kumbh Mela 2025: Uttar Pradesh government to invite all CMs, governors in Prayagraj

India TV News  

Maha Kumbh Mela 2025: The Uttar Pradesh government would send ministers to invite governors and chief ministers across the nation for the Maha Kumbh to start from Prayagraj from January 2025. The roadshows would be led by ministers who would also use the occasion to meet governors and CMs of the states they visit on the occasion, a minister said. …

'Maha Kumbh 2025 preparations to be completed by December 10', says Uttar Pradesh CM Yogi Adityanath
1 month, 2 weeks ago

'Maha Kumbh 2025 preparations to be completed by December 10', says Uttar Pradesh CM Yogi Adityanath

India TV News  

Maha Kumbh 2025: Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Wednesday reviewed the ongoing preparations for Maha Kumbh 2025 and assured that all arrangements for the grand event will be completed by December 10, a month ahead of schedule. Maha Kumbh to feature expanded fairground Chief Minister Adityanath announced that Maha Kumbh 2025 will feature a significantly expanded fairground, covering …

Mahakumbh 2025: Robotic fire tenders to be deployed in Prayagraj to enhance safety
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Mahakumbh 2025: Robotic fire tenders to be deployed in Prayagraj to enhance safety

India TV News  

Mahakumbh Mela 2025: As Uttar Pradesh prepares for the world's largest spiritual gathering, officials have announced that robotic fire tenders will be deployed at Mahakumbh 2025 for the first time to enhance fire safety. Robotic fire tenders to be deployed Additional Director General Padmaja Chauhan said that three robotic fire tenders, each weighing 20-25 kilograms, will be deployed to access …

10 lesser-known facts about Maha Kumbh that are surprising
1 month, 2 weeks ago

10 lesser-known facts about Maha Kumbh that are surprising

India Today  

The Kumbh Mela is a grand Hindu festival celebrated every three years, rotating among four sacred locations in India: Haridwar, Prayagraj, Ujjain, and Nashik. Here are 10 surprising facts about the Kumbh Mela you may not know: The dates of the Kumbh Mela are determined by the positions of Jupiter, the Sun, and the Moon in the zodiac, believed to …

Mahakumbh Mela 2025: Indian Railways to set up luxury 'tent city' for visitors in Prayagraj, know all about it
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Mahakumbh Mela 2025: Indian Railways to set up luxury 'tent city' for visitors in Prayagraj, know all about it

India TV News  

Mahakumbh Mela 2025: The Indian Railway Catering and Tourism Corporation Limited is gearing up to set up a premium tent city named "Maha Kumbh Gram" in Uttar Pradesh's Prayagraj in view of the upcoming Mahakumbh Mela next year. 'Maha Kumbh Gram' tent city in Prayagraj Rahul Himalian, Director, IRCTC said, "Maha Kumbh Gram Tent City in Prayagraj will offer deluxe …

Railways to run 900 special trains for Prayagraj Kumbh Mela in 2025
4 months, 2 weeks ago

Railways to run 900 special trains for Prayagraj Kumbh Mela in 2025

The Hindu  

Indian Railways is planning to run 900 special trains to Prayagraj district of Uttar Pradesh for the upcoming Kumbh Mela scheduled to be held in January 2025. “It is estimated that there will be a footfall of an estimated 30 crore pilgrims in the Kumbh Mela and their main medium of transport remains trains,” a spokesperson of the Indian Railways …

Maha Kumbh 2025: Indian Railways to operate 1,200 special trains for mega event in Uttar Pradesh
1 year, 5 months ago

Maha Kumbh 2025: Indian Railways to operate 1,200 special trains for mega event in Uttar Pradesh

India TV News  

For Maha Kumbh-2025, the Indian Railways has decided to operate as many as 1,200 special trains from various locations across the nation to assist devotees who want to attend the mega religious event. North Central Railway shares report on preparedness Divisional railway manager, Prayagraj division of the North Central Railway, Himanshu Badoni, shared the report on the preparedness of NCR, …

2025 Maha Kumbh: Over 5,000 buses will be added to UP’s bus fleet
2 years ago

2025 Maha Kumbh: Over 5,000 buses will be added to UP’s bus fleet

Live Mint  

With an aim to facilitate easy travel for devotees who will attend the 2025 Maha Kumbh, the Uttar Pradesh State Road Transport Corporation will add more than 5,000 new buses to its fleet, according to the news agency PTI. Dayashankar Singh, Uttar Pradesh Transport Minister said that a plan has been made to purchase new buses on the directions of …

Uttarakhand: Kumbh Mela to take place in Haridwar despite Covid-19 challenges, says CM
4 years, 1 month ago

Uttarakhand: Kumbh Mela to take place in Haridwar despite Covid-19 challenges, says CM

India Today  

Uttarakhand Chief Minister Trivendra Singh Rawat on Sunday said that Kumbh Mela will be held in its "divine form" in Haridwar next year, despite the practical problems that the Covid-19 pandemic offers. On Sunday, CM Rawat attended a meeting with office-bearers of the Akhil Bharatiya Akhada Parishad regarding the preparations for the 2021 Kumbh Mela, which is slated to begin …

Kumbh Mela to generate ₹1.2 lakh crore revenue for UP: CII
5 years, 11 months ago

Kumbh Mela to generate ₹1.2 lakh crore revenue for UP: CII

Hindustan Times  

The Kumbh Mela, which began on January 15 and will continue till March 4, is expected to generate a revenue of ₹1.2 lakh crore for Uttar Pradesh, says apex industry body Confederation of Indian Industry. Although the Kumbh Mela is a spiritual gathering, the economic activities associated with it generate employment for over six lakh workers across various sectors, the …

Kumbh Mela will generate six lakh jobs and Rs 1.2 lakh crore revenue to the Uttar Pradesh government: CII
5 years, 11 months ago

Kumbh Mela will generate six lakh jobs and Rs 1.2 lakh crore revenue to the Uttar Pradesh government: CII

Op India  

The mega ‘Maha Kumbh Mela’, the largest human congregations on the earth which takes place over a span of seven weeks is expected to generate a revenue of Rs 1.2 lakh crore for Uttar Pradesh, says apex industry body Confederation of Indian Industry, reported Economic Times. The Economic Times citing a CII report suggest that the economic activities associated with …

Kumbh to generate Rs 1.2 lakh crore revenue', says industry body CII
5 years, 11 months ago

Kumbh to generate Rs 1.2 lakh crore revenue', says industry body CII

Deccan Chronicle  

Prayagraj : The mega Kumbh Mela, which began on January 15 and will continue till March 4, is expected to generate a revenue of Rs 1.2 lakh crore for Uttar Pradesh, says apex industry body Confederation of Indian Industry. The Uttar Pradesh government has allocated Rs 4,200 crore for the 50-day Kumbh Mela this time, which is over thrice the …

Kumbh Mela 2019: Uttar Pradesh govt allots Rs 4,300 crore earmarked to develop infrastructure for fair
6 years ago

Kumbh Mela 2019: Uttar Pradesh govt allots Rs 4,300 crore earmarked to develop infrastructure for fair

Firstpost  

The Uttar Pradesh government has allotted Rs 4,300 crore to create infrastructure necessary to conduct the Kumbh Mela 2019, scheduled to begin from 15 January, the state’s Minister of Excise and Prohibition Jai Pratap Singh said in Chennai on Saturday. Chennai: The Uttar Pradesh government has allotted Rs 4,300 crore to create infrastructure necessary to conduct the Kumbh Mela 2019, …

Kumbh Mela 2019: Railways gears up with 800 special trains, reduced fares and massive projects to handle pilgrim surge
6 years ago

Kumbh Mela 2019: Railways gears up with 800 special trains, reduced fares and massive projects to handle pilgrim surge

Op India  

Keeping the Kumbh Mela of 2019 in mind, the Indian Railways has brought in a number of measures. Along with minimising the fair, the Indian Railway has further proposed to run 800 special trains during the Kumbh Mela from various stations of Allahabad district for the pilgrims coming to the Kumbh Mela. To make the Railways infrastructure facilities convenient for …

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