Massive Pilgrim Movement: Over 60,000 Take Trains to Kumbh Mela

Around 60,000 passengers traveled to the Kumbh Mela via trains from the Vijayawada division of the South Central Railway zone in January and February. These services, totaling 115 regular and special trains, facilitated the movement of devotees to Prayagraj for the world-renowned pilgrimage.

In a significant logistical operation, approximately 60,000 passengers journeyed to the Kumbh Mela through trains managed by the Vijayawada division of the South Central Railway zone, according to official sources.

A comprehensive network of 115 regular and special train services was deployed to transport devotees to Prayagraj, accommodating the massive influx of worshippers from around the world attending the renowned pilgrimage event.

Since January 13, Indian Railways has successfully ferried 3.09 crore pilgrims to Prayagraj, illustrating the critical role of rail transport in supporting religious and cultural gatherings of such immense scale.