The Maha Kumbh Mela has started today in Prayagraj, UP. In this historic event, millions of devotees from India and abroad come to the confluence of the Ganga, Yamuna and the legendary Saraswati with their faith. More than 40 crore devotees are expected to participate in the Mahakumba this time. The first royal sanata is today, even before that the gathering of devotees has started at Sangam.
To make this event special, rose flowers will be showered on the devotees in the Mahakumbha Mela area. Preparations have been completed by the Horticulture Department to shower rose petals on the devotees in Sangam area i.e. the entire 4000 hectare fair area by helicopter. Kumbh Mela Bagh in-charge VK Singh said that full preparations have been made for showering rose petals on the main festival of Ghusl. About 20 quintals of rose petals are to be showered on every bathing festival.
Helicopter rides are organized to attract tourists during the Mahakumba. Its fare has been reduced from Rs 3,000 to just Rs 1,296 per person. Uttar Pradesh Tourism and Culture Minister Javir Singh gave this information in an official statement. Starting today, this 7-8 minute helicopter ride will allow tourists to get an aerial view of the grandeur of the Mahakamba Mela from above the city of Prayagraj.
According to a statement from the Department of Tourism, the Mahakumb helicopter ride can be enjoyed for just Rs 1,296 per person. are running Undertaking of India will be run. Helicopter rides will be operated continuously depending on the weather conditions. Along with this, the Department of Tourism and Culture of Uttar Pradesh has also arranged for water and adventure sports at the festival venue. Drone show, water laser show and other entertainment activities will be organized during the fair from January 24 to 26.
Famous artistes from all over the country will give their performances in this festival which will last for 40 days. A special UP Day event will also be organized along with it. On January 16, famous singer Shankar Mahadevan will perform at Ganga Pandal. Also, famous singer Mohit Chauhan will perform at the end of the festival on February 24. This step of the tourism department is an attempt to further increase the popularity of Kumbh Mela among tourists.
