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Mahakumbh 2025 in Prayagraj was tainted by an appalling assault on Mahamandaleshwar Kalyani Nand Giri, 'Chhoti Maa' of the Kinnar Akhara. The attack that occurred on February 13 evening has raised pertinent fears regarding the security of the religious event. Details of the Attack Reports state that the attack occurred when Kalyani Nand Giri was on her way back home to Sadiyapur after leaving the Kinnar Akhara's camp located in Sector 16. While driving her Fortuner car, she was stopped by a group of people who claimed to offer blessings. The moment the car stopped, these people attacked her with sharp weapons, leaving her critically injured. Three of her followers, in an effort to defend her, also suffered injuries. The attackers disappeared after the attack and left the victims in critical condition. Response and Investigation After the attack, Kalyani Nand Giri and the injured disciples were taken to Mahakumbh Nagar's central hospital. Law authorities were i...

Massive Traffic Disruptions Due to Maha Kumbh Mela The ongoing Maha Kumbh Mela in Prayagraj has resulted in severe traffic congestion as an overwhelming number of devotees travel to participate in the religious event. The main highways connecting Madhya Pradesh to Uttar Pradesh, especially the route passing through Jabalpur, Katni, and Rewa, are witnessing traffic jams stretching up to 300 kilometers. In response, the Madhya Pradesh Police have requested pilgrims to delay their travel plans to ease the congestion. Unprecedented Crowds Leading to Hours-Long Delays As millions of devotees head toward Prayagraj for the holy dip at the Sangam, the sheer volume of vehicles has led to extreme traffic bottlenecks. The roads leading from Madhya Pradesh to Uttar Pradesh are completely jammed, with vehicles moving at an extremely slow pace or coming to a standstill. Reports suggest that the traffic congestion has extended between 200 to 300 kilometers, making travel nearly impossible. ...

The much-awaited Mahakumbh 2025 has started, attracting millions of devotees from all corners of the globe to the holy city of Prayagraj. This biggest spiritual congregation in the world is of paramount importance for Hindus. The festival started with the sacred Makar Sankranti, on which lakhs of devotees took a holy dip at the Triveni Sangam-the confluence of the Ganga, Yamuna, and the mythical Saraswati rivers. Mahakumbh is not a festival; it is a celebration of faith, spirituality, and devotion. This sacred fair takes place every 12 years in rotation at four places — Prayagraj, Haridwar, Ujjain, and Nashik — in the context of Hindu mythology as an eternal fight between good and evil for the nectar of immortality. The Triveni Sangam in Prayagraj is considered the holiest of all, where devotees believe a dip washes away sins and paves the path to salvation. Makar Sankranti: The First Shahi Snan The opening day of Mahakumbh 2025, Makar Sankranti, saw an overwhelming turnout o...