Divine Dip: Maghi Purnima Bath Marks End of Kalpavas at Maha Kumbh Mela

The sacred Maghi Purnima bath at the Maha Kumbh Mela began with vast crowds amid tightened safety measures. Marking the end of the month-long Kalpavas, officials managed crowd control and transportation, ensuring a smooth event. Proper arrangements helped avoid major issues during the devotional gathering.

Amidst tightened security and crowd control measures, the sacred Maghi Purnima bath commenced Wednesday at the Maha Kumbh Mela, drawing hundreds of thousands of devotees to the area.

The ritual marks the conclusion of the month-long Kalpavas, prompting the departure of approximately 10 lakh kalpvasis. Authorities reiterated traffic rules and designated parking for seamless movement.

The Uttar Pradesh government reported elaborate arrangements to prevent chaos, including a complete vehicle ban and constant real-time monitoring of traffic and crowd dynamics, ensuring a safe environment for devotees to partake in the ritual without hindrances.

(With inputs from agencies.)