During the annual Maha Kumbh Mela in Prayagraj, millions of Hindu pilgrims flock to bathe in the sacred confluence of the Ganges and Yamuna rivers, seeking spiritual purification. However, the overwhelming crowds have a history of causing tragedies, exemplified by a past incident where 42 individuals lost their lives in a stampede. This year, with a projected attendance of 400 million due to favorable celestial conditions, the Uttar Pradesh government implemented advanced crowd management technologies to improve safety. Nevertheless, reports indicate that uncontrolled crowds still pose dangers, leading to unfortunate incidents such as stampedes, raising concerns about festival security.
The Kumbh Mela at Prayagraj occurs every 12 years, attracting millions, but despite safety measures, risks loom as a barrier breaks and feet trample the gathered crowds.
A 2013 tragedy, where 42 died due to crowd crush, prompted the Uttar Pradesh government to enhance crowd management, yet challenges persist amid the surge of pilgrims.
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