PM Modi to Inaugurate ₹5,500 Crore Projects for Maha Kumbh 2025
Key infrastructure and digital initiatives aim to enhance facilities for 450 million expected attendees in Prayagraj.
- Prime Minister Narendra Modi will visit Prayagraj on December 13, 2024, to inaugurate development projects worth ₹5,500 crore for the Maha Kumbh 2025, including temple corridors, riverfront roads, and sewage systems.
- The Uttar Pradesh government has introduced advanced technology, including AI-powered systems and a Kumbh chatbot, to improve crowd management and ensure digital safety for attendees.
- Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath has directed extensive preparations, including a temporary 100-bed hospital, eco-friendly initiatives, and enhanced security measures for the month-long event starting January 13, 2025.
- The Indian Railways will deploy 12,000 additional general coaches to accommodate pilgrims, while eco-friendly puja items crafted by women artisans will be available for rituals.
- Over 450 million pilgrims are expected, with arrangements such as smart parking, clean drinking water, and a plastic-free environment to ensure a safe and sustainable experience.