Prayagraj, once the stunning epicentre that hosted the grand Maha Kumbh Mela, one of the largest religious gatherings in the world, is now in the process of returning to normalcy after a record footfall.
A 15-day special cleanliness drive began at the Maha Kumbh Mela grounds/ (HT)
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On Friday, a 15-day special cleanliness drive began at the Maha Kumbh Mela grounds following the conclusion of the mega event on February 26, the Uttar Pradesh government said.
The Uttar Pradesh Fire Department has launched a unique initiative to distribute Sangam water to people across all 75 districts of the state.
After the Maha Kumbh ended, chief minister Yogi Adityanath honoured sanitation workers for their service during the 45-day event and directed officials to ensure that the Mela grounds were cleaned.
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Maha Kumbh 2025 has opened new possibilities for spiritual tourism in Uttar Pradesh.
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Special officer Akanksha Rana is spearheading the cleanliness drive, in which 'Swachhata Mitras' and 'Ganga Sewa Doots' are actively participating to restore the sanctity of the site, the government said in a statement.
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Special officer Akanksha Rana is spearheading the cleanliness drive, in which 'Swachhata Mitras' and 'Ganga Sewa Doots' are actively participating to restore the sanctity of the site, the government said in a statement.
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Yogi Adityanath said that the Maha Kumbh 2025 at Prayagraj has sent the message of 'Ek Bharat-Shrestha Bharat-Sarvasamaveshi Bharat.'
Over the next 15 days, the Sangam ghats, Mela ground roads, and permanent as well as temporary infrastructure will be cleaned, it said.
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The grounds near the Mela Ghats have now become a meeting point for cars and other vehicles from different states as many people are driving straight to the ghats.
"Maha Kumbh, the world's largest human congregation, witnessed over 66 crore devotees taking a holy dip in the Triveni Sangam.
The religious spectacle that takes place once in 12 years, began on January 13 (Paush Purnima).
In keeping with Yogi Adityanath's commitment to a clean and divine Maha Kumbh, more than 15,000 sanitation workers and 2,000 Ganga Sewa Doots played a crucial role in maintaining hygiene and cleanliness throughout the event, the statement said.
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Maha Kumbh Mela 2025 saw grand processions of Naga Sadhus and three 'Amrit Snans'.
"To sustain this cleanliness even after the Maha Kumbh, the chief minister has emphasised the need for continued sanitation efforts in and around the Prayagraj region, ensuring that pilgrims visiting the place after the festival experience a clean and sacred environment," it added.
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Maha Kumbh ended with the final auspicious 'snan' on Mahashivratri on Wednesday.
As many as 1.5 lakh temporary toilets installed for the Maha Kumbh will be dismantled and removed as part of the special drive.
Over 66 crore people took the holy dip at the Triveni Sangam during the Maha Kumbh mela.
All waste generated during the event is being systematically processed and disposed of at the Baswar plant in Naini, the statement added.
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The theme of the Maha Kumbh 2025 was 'Bhavya Divya Surakshit Maha Kumbh'.
The Prayagraj Municipal Corporation is actively working to enhance greenery and sanitation in the city to maintain its aesthetic and environmental appeal, the statement said.
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