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2025 Prayag Kumbh Mela; also known as 2025 Maha Kumbh, is the Maha Kumbh Mela to be held at Triveni Sangam in Prayagraj, Uttar Pradesh, India, it will be a once-in-12-years event commencing on 13 January 2025 and ending on 26 February 2025, lasting 44 days. It is expected to attract around 400 million visitors. It has a significance of being held once in 12 year period in Hinduism as it is believed that the battle for nectar between Gods and Demons lasted for 12 years. The event is also expected to be held in Haridwar, Ujjain, and Nashik.

Maha Kumbh Mela, which is a symbol of the victory of Gods over demons, in 2025 will be held as once a 12 year event starting on 13 January 2025 to 26 February 2025. The event will be held in cities of Prayagraj, Haridwar, Ujjain, and Nashik, and it is held every 12 years as it is believed that the battle for nectar between Gods and demons lasted for 12 years. The activities in the Mela area started with land allotment to the Akharas by the mela administration authorities constituted by Uttar Pradesh State Government.

Maha Kumbh 2025 Mela is expected to be attended by 400 million visitors and will have visiting dignitaries from the United States, Israel, France, and many other countries.

Maha Kumbh 2025 Mela will have sophisticated cleaning standards with one sweeper for every 10 toilets and one supervisor monitoring a batch of 10 sweepers.

To ensure the well-being of attendees, comprehensive medical facilities are being set up:

• 407 doctors and over 700 paramedical staff will be deployed
• 24-hour medical services with specialized care for women and children
• A 100-bed temporary central hospital will be established

Indian Railways has announced an increase in the number of coaches in key trains, such as the Prayagraj Express and Lucknow Mail, to accommodate the expected influx of pilgrims during the Mahakumbh 2025. This enhancement aims to provide a comfortable travel experience for devotees. Additionally, various facilities will be available at railway stations, including assistance counters, food plazas, and waiting rooms, to ensure a smooth journey for all attendees.

Maha Kumbh 2025 Mela will have advanced fire fighting vehicles as for protection against any fire related incidents. The Uttar Pradesh State Government will depute 500 dedicated Ganga Praharis to ensure the cleanliness of the river during Maha Kumbh. Total cost of 83 project around mela area is estimated to be 1428.68 crore out of which 47 projects are completed by November 15 and rest are expected to be completed soon. Artificial intelligence tools and chatbots are being used to assist tourists and pilgrims.

Maha Kumbh 2025 Mela will be assisted by "Mahakumbh Mela 2025 app" which has important locations of ghats, temples, and other major religious sites for the support of tourists and pilgrims.

Maha Kumbh 2025 Mela important dates for Shahi Snan are-

• January 13 - Being the occasion of Paush Purnima, the first royal bath of Maha Kumbh Mela 2025 will take place.

• January 14 - Being the occasion of Makar Sankranti, a grand royal bath will take place.

• January 29 - Being the occasion of Mauni Amavasya, a grand royal bath will take place.

• February 03 - Being the occasion of Basant Panchami, a royal bath will take place.

• February 12 - Being the occasion of Magh Purnima, royal bath will take place.

• February 26 - Being the occasion of Maha Shivaratri, royal bath will take place.

Maha Kumbh 2025 Mela will be held in four different locations as per below schedule-

• Haridwar - The mela in Haridwar is held on the occasion when the Sun is in Aries and Jupiter is in Aquarius.

• Prayagraj - The mela in Prayagraj is held on the occasion when the Sun is in Capricorn.

• Nashik - The Maha Kumbh mela in Nashik is held on the occasion when the Sun and Jupiter are in certain positions.

• Ujjain - The Maha Kumbh mela in Ujjain is held on the occasion when the Sun is in Aries and Jupiter is in Leo.

Maha Kumbh 2025 Mela will also have below events-

• Photo Exhibition and Guided Bird Watching.

• Students based Educational reachout.

• Talks and sessions by experts.

• Promotion of cultural and eco tourism.

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