Security Measures

Maha Kumbh 2025: Security boosted for first ‘Amrit Snan’ after stampede

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Maha Kumbh 2025: Security boosted for first ‘Amrit Snan’ after stampede

New Delhi: Security has been stepped up and crowd control measures at the ghats strengthened to check overcrowding, as 4 to 5 crore devotees are expected to take a holy dip for the Basant Panchami sacred bathing ritual on Sunday. It will mark the third ‘Amrit Snan’ of the 45-day Maha Kumbh. Over 7 crore … Read more

Schools closed, vehicles banned: Authorities take steps as Varanasi gears up for Mauni Amavasya

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Schools closed, vehicles banned: Authorities take steps as Varanasi gears up for Mauni Amavasya

Varanasi: With Mauni Amavasya falling on January 29 this year in the middle of the Maha Kumbh Mela in Prayagraj, devotees have started pouring into Uttar Pradesh’s holy city of Kashi. Close to 5-7 lakh devotees are reaching the city to celebrate the occasion, officials have said. Among the areas in the city which have … Read more