The Maha Kumbh 2025 is all set to be a historic confluence of spirituality and technological innovation in the holy city of Prayagraj, also known as Teerthraj. This grand event, which holds immense significance for millions of devotees worldwide, is set to embrace modern advancements to elevate the experience for attendees, ensuring a seamless blend of tradition and technology.
Global Media Attention: 82 Countries Eager For Coverage
The eagerness of international media to cover the Maha Kumbh has reached new heights this year, with 82 media outfits having applied for coverage. This reflects the growing global interest in this spiritual gathering. Journalists from across the world, including Europe, America, Australia, the Gulf region and Africa, are expected to attend and report the event. Most media houses are expected to be present by 11th or 12th January, to fully cover all the proceedings.
Maha Kumbh 2025 will also employ cutting-edge technology to make the experience of devotees more efficient and engaging. High-tech security measures are in place to keep everyone safe, and digital land allotment systems will be put in place for better crowd management. Virtual reality experiences will also allow people to see the grandeur of the event from anywhere in the world and digitally connect with the holy pilgrimage.
For international journalists, an International Media House camp is being prepared, and a media center in the parade area. The camp is nearly ready, and the Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath is scheduled to inaugurate the facilities when he visits again. This step once again shows how much importance the state has for international media for projecting the Maha Kumbh on a global platform.
The local authorities want to ensure that the traffic movement is smooth and that the massive number of visitors to Maha Kumbh is catered to. In a meeting to review the traffic system in the district, DIG Traffic Sunil Kumar Singh said police officers should treat devotees with respect and help them whenever required. The police force has been asked to ensure that pilgrims do not face any inconvenience while coming to Prayagraj.
Essential Amenities For Devotees
To enhance the overall experience of millions of devotees visiting Maha Kumbh, the government is making improvements in all ways. The devotees will have temporary lodging facilities, electricity supply, water, toilets, and food to comfort them during the entire event. To warm up devotees during cold winter nights, bonfires and warm beds are planned.
DIG Sunil Kumar Singh has asserted that the key objective of the law enforcement during the event is to ensure a cordial, friendly environment for the pilgrims. He asked the police officers to remain polite and assist the devotees as much as possible. Extra attention has been given to road encroachments for easy passage of transportation to Prayagraj.
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