A Historic Feat: 360 Trains In A Day
On Mauni Amavasya, one of the most sacred days of the Maha Kumbh Mela, Prayagraj is witnessing an unprecedented influx of pilgrims. According to ANI, 360 trains will be run across different stations in Prayagraj district on Wednesday on the occasion of Mauni Amavasya, one of the main snan days at the ongoing Maha Kumbh Mela. Additionally, 190 special trains are also planned to be operated on Wednesday. It has been confirmed by officials that no special train is planned to be cancelled.
Apart from the increased train frequency, Indian Railways has also introduced colour-coded tickets and designated ‘Ashriya Asthals’—waiting areas where passengers can rest before boarding. Not just that, to ensure passenger comfort, all stations in Prayagraj have been equipped with additional toilets, drinking water facilities, food courts, and medical assistance booths.
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Mauni Amavasya: What Is it?
Mauni Amavasya which falls on the new moon (Amavasya) day of Magha is of profound spiritual significance in Hinduism. It marks a day of deep introspection, ancestral reverence, and divine connection. It is believed that on this day celestial energies are at their peak, making it an auspicious occasion for seeking virtue and salvation.
Devotees observe silence (maun) as a form of spiritual discipline, while millions gather to take a sacred dip in the Sangam—the confluence of the Ganga, Yamuna, and the mystical Saraswati—believing it cleanses past sins and pave the path to liberation.
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