According to Special Executive Officer Akanksha Rana, the chaos occurred in the early hours of Wednesday when some barriers broke, leading to a stampede-like situation.
January 29, 2025Footage from areas like Kali Marg, Sangam Ghat, and Jhusi show thousands of people patiently waiting behind barricades for their turn to enter the water.
January 29, 2025Since the event's start on January 13, over 147.6 million devotees have visited the Sangam to take the sacred dip.
January 28, 2025According to the Uttar Pradesh government, more than 140 million people have taken a holy dip since the event began on January 13.
January 28, 2025Shah is scheduled to depart for Delhi in the evening after completing his engagements.
January 27, 2025Before the holy dip, Shah and CM Yogi met with saints and seers to seek their blessings.
January 27, 2025BJP MP Hema Malini also expressed support for the event, emphasizing its importance for the protection and promotion of Sanatana Dharma.
January 27, 2025Thakurji Maharaj also called for unity among Hindus to strengthen the demand for the Sanatan Board in a post on X.
January 27, 2025"In light of the expected surge in demand, DGCA met with airlines on January 23 and recommended further capacity increases by adding flights and rationalizing fares," the DGCA stated.
January 27, 2025Shah is expected to depart from Prayagraj for Delhi in the evening.
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