Maha Kumbh: Ahead Of Maghi Purnima Snan, New Traffic Rules & Advisory Issued In Prayagraj

Ahead of Maghi Purnima Snan, scheduled for February 12, the Prayagraj administration has issued a detailed traffic advisory for the Maha Kumbh. A day after people were stranded in traffic jams for more than 30 hours at several places, the authorities have worked up plans to ensure smooth movement and crowd management with strict traffic restrictions. Scroll on to know all about this.

Special Traffic Arrangement Ahead Of Maghi Purnima At Maha Kumbh

Maghi Purnima, the fifth of the six sacred days for the ‘snan’ at Maha Kumbh, is scheduled for Wednesday, February 12. Prayagraj authorities are expecting millions of devotees to take a dip in the holy river on this occasion, and for the safety of devotees, the police have clamped down on traffic movement in the city.

These restrictions have been planned to avoid incidents like the unfortunate stampede that killed at least 30 pilgrims on January 29. According to the Hindustan Times, the Maha Kumbh district administration has prepared a traffic plan and has declared the fair area a ‘no-vehicle zone’ to reduce crowding.

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Traffic Plans & Advisory Issued By The Authorities In Prayagraj

Here are all traffic restrictions and advisories issued by the Prayagraj authorities –

1. Maha Kumbh fair area has been declared a no-vehicle zone ahead of Maghi Purnima. Furthermore, this would also be implemented in Prayagraj city after 5 PM on February 11. However, essential and emergency services will be exempted.
2. Pre-designated parking zones have been created outside the city limits. So, all vehicles of devotees coming from outside Prayagraj will not be allowed to enter the city after 4 AM on February 11.
3. These restrictions will be in force till February 12.
4. Kalpvasi vehicles, used by devotees staying in the mela area for the entire duration, will also be restricted for entry and exit.

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So, if you’re planning to visit Prayagraj for Maghi Purnima Snan, please keep these traffic advisories in mind and check for all the new updates as well before planning your travel.

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