Prayagraj’s iconic Magh Mela pulses with anticipation for Basant Panchami on January 23, the fourth major bathing rite. Coupled with Achala Saptami and weekends, projections soar to 3.5 crore pilgrims at Ganga-Yamuna-Saraswati Sangam.
Full readiness marks the 24 ghats over 3.5 km: cleaned rivers, robust amenities. Pontoon bridges direct traffic—3,5,7 to Jhunsi; 4,6 back; 1,2 emergency with police. This setup circulates masses efficiently.
SP Neeraj Pandey of Mela Police unveiled diversions: non-Mela vehicles rerouted pre-border, new Yamuna bridge barred January 23, old bridge only. Emphasis on crowd, traffic, ghat, and exit protocols guarantees security.
Panchami tithi: Thursday 2:28 AM to 23rd 1:56 AM for sacred baths, yellow offerings. January 25 Achala Saptami features food distributions.
Mela Officer Rishiraj predicts peak post-Mouni Amavasya attendance. Seamless execution highlights administrative prowess, drawing global devotees to this eternal rite of renewal.