The authorities implemented strict security measures, managing massive crowds with AI surveillance, drone monitoring and greater police presence. Although the Mela area has already declared an area without vehicles during the next few days, the administration of Prayagraj has also called for local residents to avoid using four wheels and opt for two wheels only if they take the elderly to the elderly to the Sangam.
The railroads are executing 360 trains, including 190 special trains, to accommodate the influx of unprecedented pilgrims. “Special trains are running in three zones: Northern Railway, North Eastern Railway and North Central Railway, to administer the massive influx of devotees,” said SáSH Kumar, president and CEO of the Railroads Board.
The Government of Uttar Pradesh has deployed more than 1,000 medical professionals in the Maha Kumbh area, apart from the provisions for surgeries minor to major in each sector of the fair area, said an official statement. In addition, 300 specialized doctors are parked in a super specialty hospital in the Mahakumbh Nagar to handle emergency situations.