Maha Kumbh highlights: Over 2 crore devotees take holy dip on Maghi Purnima

Maha Kumbh live updates: More than 46.25 crore people have taken holy dip till 6pm today, according to UP's information department.

“Record number of bathing on Maghi Purnima in Maha Kumbh, more than 2 crore people bathed today,” it said, according to ANI.

Maha Kumbh live updates: Amid heightened security measures, more than two crore devotees took a dip in the Sangam till 6pm today on the occasion of Maghi Purnima during the ongoing Maha Kumbh Mela in Prayagraj, PTI reports.

Maha Kumbh live updates: "...I have been coming for the holy bath in the last three Maha Kumbhs. For me, this is not a matter of politics but a matter of devotion... If parking space was made on every road, there would be no traffic jams... We have come here not as VIPs but as common people... I pray for peace and prosperity of all..." Congress MP Digvijay Singh tells ANI.

Maha Kumbh live updates: West Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee alleges that the BJP government in Uttar Pradesh is not disclosing correct toll figure in Maha Kumbh stampede, reports PTI.

"BJP govt created such hype that a large number of people visited Maha Kumbh but proper arrangements not in place," she adds.

Maha Kumbh live updates: Prayagraj DM Ravindra Kumar Mandar has warned businesses and traders that strict action would be taken if anyone is found overpricing inside the Maha Kumbh Mela area.

"We have told businesses and traders that overpricing should not happen inside the Maha Kumbh Mela. We are identifying those who are doing this and strict action will be taken against them. The Mela administration and the district administration are closely monitoring the movement of essential vehicles...We have reserved night time for movement of heavy vehicles," he told ANI.

UP CM Yogi Adityanath on Wednesday highlighted the successful completion of Maghi Purnima snan at Prayagraj's Maha Kumbh mela.

“Today, on the occasion of Maghi Purnima, crores of people are taking a dip in the Prayagraj Maha Kumbh. This is the new Uttar Pradesh, with a population of 25 crores and till yesterday, 50 crore people have taken a holy dip in Prayagraj,” said CM Yogi.

Prayagraj District Magistrate Ravindra Kumar Mandar warned businesses and traders that strict action would be taken if anyone is found overpricing inside the Maha Kumbh Mela area

The Magh Purnima 'snan' taking place in the ongoing Mahakumbh mela in Prayagraj concluded successfully on Wednesday, ANI reported.

Four people died and 10 others got injured when a mini-bus rammed into a tractor-trailer in Uttar Pradesh's Fatehpur district on Wednesday, police said.

The Prayagraj bound mini-bus carrying 21 passengers, some who were on their way to attend the Maha Kumbh crashed into a tractor-trailer near Buxur turn, they said.

Congress MP Pramod Tiwari said on Maha Kumbh said that the government should give priority to how the people stuck in and around Prayagraj be sent home.

“Every possible effort should be made to ensure that the people gathered in Prayagraj safely return to their respective destinations,” said Tiwari.

On the security arrangements made by the Uttar Pradesh administration for the ‘Maghi Purnima’ snan, Prayagraj DM Ravindra Kumar Mandar said, “More than 322 civil officers, more than 9 thousand forces, and more than 60 RAF companies have been deployed. The traffic police have also been deployed in large numbers.”

“Mela special trains and other trains are running normally. This is a historic occasion. On the instructions of the CM and the Administration, we are fully committed that people do not face any problems. Special arrangements have also been made to ease the traffic jams that were there in the last few days. So far, more than 40 crore devotees have taken a dip,” said Mandar.

As today marks one of the auspicious days for snan at Maha Kumbh, Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) MP Jagdambika Pal, who is in Prayagraj, expressed his fervour on the occasion of Magh Purnima on Wednesday.

Expressing his feelings, Pal stated that happiness cannot be expressed in words and it can only be experienced after visiting the spiritual event. He said that a "Mini-India" is visible in Prayagraj.

On the auspicious occasion of Magh Purnima, the sacred Bhasma aarti was performed at Mahakaleshwar Temple in Ujjain on Wednesday morning. Thousands of devotees gathered to seek blessings and darshan of Baba Mahakal.

A pilgrim from Belgium, Edward, speaking about his experience at the mela, stated that currently, it was the "best place" in the world.

"The experience at Mahakumbh is beautiful and fantastic. The crowd and the people are so friendly. It is the best place in the world for today," he said.

Over 73 lakh people took a dip at the Sangam till 6 am on Wednesday on the occasion of Maghi Purnima during the Maha Kumbh mela in Prayagraj.

The sacred bath began early Wednesday and Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath has been monitoring the event from Lucknow.

'Pushp Varsha' or showering of flower petals was done on devotees and ascetics as they took a holy dip in Triveni Sangam waters on the auspicious occasion of Maghi Purnima. Watch the video!

To manage the massive influx of devotees for the Maghi Purnia snan, the administration has declared a 'No Vehicle' zone in the area around the Maha Kumbh Mela venue.

According to ANI, Private and public vehicles will be parked in designated parking lots, and only essential and emergency services will be allowed to enter.

Additionally, a ban on Kalpavasis vehicles has been announced.

Maha Kumbh live updates: While speaking to ANI about the Maha Kumbh Mela in Prayagraj, Uttar Pradesh, a foreign tourist and pilgrim from France shared their experience. "I came here from France. It is a wonderful place to be... We are waiting for the Babas...," the tourist said.

Maha Kumbh live updates: Uttar Pradesh chief minister extended wishes for Magh Purnima on Wednesday. Taking to X, he said “Hearty congratulations to all the devotees and residents of the state on the holy bathing festival Magh Purnima! Heartiest greetings to all the revered saints, religious leaders, Kalpvasis and devotees who have come for holy bath in the sacred Triveni in Maha Kumbh-2025, Prayagraj today! May everyone's life be filled with happiness, prosperity and good fortune by the grace of Lord Shri Hari. May Mother Ganga, Mother Yamuna and Mother Saraswati fulfill everyone's wishes, this is my wish.”

Maha Kumbh live updates: A massive crowd gathers at Triveni Sangam to take a holy dip on the occasion of Magh Purnima during Maha Kumbh 2025 in Uttar Pradesh's Prayagraj.

Since the beginning of the Maha Kumbh, over 46.25 crore devotees have participated in the sacred ritual.

Officials have implemented extensive arrangements to ensure a smooth and hassle-free bathing experience for all devotees.

Mahakumbh live updates: The sacred Maghi Purnima bath commenced early Wednesday, with millions of devotees gathering at the Maha Kumbh Mela amid extensive traffic, crowd management, and security arrangements.

With this holy dip, the month-long Kalpavas will conclude, and nearly 10 lakh Kalpavasis will begin departing from the Maha Kumbh. The administration has urged them to adhere to traffic regulations and use only designated parking areas.

Since early morning, lakhs of devotees have already taken a holy dip at the Triveni Sangam and other ghats. Meanwhile, millions more are making their way to the Sangam Nose to participate in the sacred ritual.

Mahakumbh live updates: Vaibhav Krishna, DIG Prayagraj, spoke about the crowd and preparations for the Magh Purnima 'snan,' as lakhs of devotees gathered at Triveni Sangam for the holy dip. Speaking to ANI, he stated, "On the occasion of Magh Purnima, devotees are arriving here in large numbers, for 'snan'...our preparations are really good...everything is under control...parking, traffic diversions, everything is activated...devotees are following the rules and regulations."

Mahakumbh live updates: Kumbh SSP Rajesh Dwivedi said that the movement of devotees is proceeding smoothly and that authorities are managing all key crowd pressure points effectively.

Officials confirmed that extensive arrangements have been made to ensure devotees can take the sacred bath without any inconvenience. Prayagraj ADG Bhanu Bhaskar highlighted that special police forces have been stationed at locations where crowd management poses challenges.

To facilitate the safe evacuation of devotees in case of an emergency, the special traffic plan will remain in effect until the completion of the bathing ritual.

Bhaskar further mentioned that real-time data is being gathered from toll plazas and officials in neighbouring districts to monitor and regulate the number of incoming vehicles and their routes.

Mahakumbh live updates: Uttar Pradesh chief minister Yogi Adityanath monitored the Magh Purnima 'snan' at Triveni Sangam, Prayagraj, from his office as lakhs of devotees took a holy dip on the occasion.

Earlier on Tuesday, Adityanath directed officials to ensure that no devotee, Kalpvasi, or citizen faces any inconvenience during Magh Purnima, the fourth bathing festival at the Triveni Sangam.

Mahakumbh live updates: With two major bathing festivals remaining, the total number of devotees taking a holy dip is expected to exceed 500 million. Anticipating a massive turnout, the police have implemented stringent security measures to ensure a safe and seamless experience for all attendees.