Prayagraj (Uttar Pradesh) [India], January 8 (ANI): The Uttar Pradesh authorities has applied a number of measures to make sure the purity of the Ganga throughout Maha Kumbh 2025, with 10 sewage therapy crops (STPs) already operational in Prayagraj to offer devotees with clear water, Uttar Pradesh Jal Nigam (Rural) Managing Director Raj Shekhar stated on Wednesday.
“We are ensuring that no untreated water enters the Ganga. Wastewater is being treated using advanced oxidation techniques before its release. Administrative camps are being set up to monitor and control the arrangements. All departments are actively engaged in preparations,” Shekhar stated whereas talking to ANI.
He famous that the Namami Gange Mission, in collaboration with the state authorities, is main efforts to make Maha Kumbh 2025 a world benchmark for eco-friendly and sustainable practices.
“10 STPs are working here (Prayagraj). While some STPs are still under construction, measures are in place to prevent untreated drains from flowing into the Ganga. Local treatment is being done, and advanced oxidation processes are being used. This time, devotees will experience a cleaner Ganga with a maintained water level, thanks to comprehensive government arrangements,” Shekhar added.
The Namami Gange Mission, aimed toward rejuvenating the Ganga and selling sustainable environmental practices, is working to make the Maha Kumbh 2025 a outstanding occasion that emphasizes spirituality, cleanliness, and environmental conservation.
Meanwhile, Indian Railways has made particular preparations to handle the crowds at railway stations. The Railways has launched the ‘Ticket Aapke Dwar’ facility to make railway tickets extra accessible.
“Railway has made many special arrangements, like the provision for a mobile UTS (Unreserved Ticketing System) so that devotees can access the ticket counter wherever they are in Mahakumbh… The railway commercial staff will have a mobile UTS, in which a printer will be connected to their phone… This is an attempt to manage the crowd,” stated Gorakhpur Chief Public Relations Officer (CPRO) Pankaj Kumar Singh.
The Maha Kumbh is being celebrated after 12 years, and over 45 crore devotees are anticipated for the occasion. During the Mahakumbh, devotees will collect on the Sangam, the confluence of the Ganga, Yamuna, and Saraswati rivers, to take a holy dip believed to absolve sins and grant moksha (liberation). The Mahakumbh to start from January 13 and can conclude on February 26.
The important bathing rituals (Shahi Snan) of the Kumbh will happen on January 14 (Makar Sankranti), January 29 (Mauni Amavasya), and February 3 (Basant Panchami). (ANI)