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'Holistic' preparations underway for Nashik Kumbh Mela but it's a race against time, say authorities

Nashik is gearing up for the Kumbh Mela with massive infrastructure projects and heritage conservation. Authorities are integrating technology for crowd management and sanitation. The event expects millions of devotees. Preparations are progressing rapidly to ensure a safe and smooth congregation. Long-term urban development is also a key focus.

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Nashik Kumbh Mela 2027: Maharashtra government approves Rs 2,267 crore to acquire 191.21 acres of land

The Maharashtra government has allocated Rs 2,267 crore toward acquiring land for the Sadhu Gram initiative. This area will be used for hosting the 2027 Nashik-Trimbakeshwar Kumbh Mela, covering 191.21 acres to accommodate spiritual leaders and various religious organisations. Any misuse of these funds will result in stringent repercussions. The…

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Kumbh Mela lies, Rs 112 cr embezzled, and a mother’s tears I can't forget

The UP government's callous lies about the Kumbh Mela death toll. A mother's grief over losing two children in the Air India crash in Gujarat. Crores of taxpayer money squandered on media ads and influencers. And corruption entrenched at the highest levels of the bureaucracy.

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PM Modi hails Maha Kumbh as Maha Yagya of Unity

Prime Minister Narendra Modi has hailed Maha Kumbh, describing it as a "Maha Yagya of unity. Read further on Dynamite News:

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Kumbh stampede: Multiple deaths, massive traffic jams, swelling crowd, but does faith trump ‘chaos’?

Weeks after the Kumbh stampede, much has been reported on ‘mismanagement’ by the Uttar Pradesh administration. What exactly went wrong?

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Maha Kumbh: 'World’s biggest traffic jam’ in Prayagraj; Full details here

Eyewitnesses claimed huge traffic jams across a 250-km stretch from Katni to MP-UP borders at Chakghat in Rewa district. A must read on Dynamite News:

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South Central Ep 13: Chennai police vs media, Kumbh cover-up, Telangana caste survey

In this episode of South Central, hosts Dhanya Rajendran, Pooja Prasanna and Leena Reghunath are joined by Newslaundry’s Manisha Pande and The News Minute’s Sudipto Mondal and Jahnavi.

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Newsance 285: Media’s ‘holy dip’ with Modi, a tale of two Parliament speeches

While Delhi residents went to the polls this week, the Prime Minister was at the Maha Kumbh Mela at Prayagraj. Along with him went all the mainstream media’s cameras and reporters to talk about how, where, why and what exactly Modi was thinking when he took the holy dip. Channels…

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"BJP ne Kumbh ki hi aag lagadi": SP Chief Akhilesh Yadav

As many as 20-22 tents were burnt in this fire incident, however, no injury or loss of life was reported in the incident. Read further on Dynamite News:

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Report suggests 79 pilgrims died in Kumbh Mela stampede, far exceeding official toll

Opposition leaders accuse state government of covering up deaths

The Independent UK

Maha Kumbh: Yogi Govt criticized for Prayagraj stampede; Allegation of hiding death toll

The stampede in Maha Kumbh has exposed the mismanagement of the Yogi government and now the Yogi government is also being accused of hiding the death toll. Must read for detail on Dynamite News:

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Akhilesh Yadav slams UP govt over Maha Kumbh stampede

As the Budget session got underway on Friday, Samajwadi Party chief Akhilesh Yadav shifted focus to the Kumbh tragedy, demanding justice for those who lost their lives. Read further on Dynamite News:

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Kumbh tragedy exposes ‘poor management’ by administration

After remaining tight-lipped about the death toll of the January 29 stampede at the Maha Kumbh in Prayagraj for hours, the Uttar Pradesh administration was quick to blame a “frenzied” crowd for the mishap when it finally issued an official statement on the number of casualties.

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President Murmu: We aim for Viksit Bharat; Our condolences for Maha Kumbh victims

While addressing the joint session of Parliament, President Murmu highlighted the various achievments of her Government right from Viksit Bharat to Artificial Intelligence. Must follow the story on Dynamite News:

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Judicial Commission begins probe into Maha Kumbh stampede

The three-member judicial commission, constituted to investigate the tragic stampede that occurred on the occasion of Mauni Amavasya during the Prayagraj Mahakumbh, has officially begun its work, according to a statement. Read further on Dynamite News:

The Independent UK

How excitement of Hindu pilgrims turned to death and chaos at Maha Kumbh Mela

SPECIAL REPORT: For many Hindu pilgrims, bathing at the festival where three holy rivers meet is the spiritual journey of a lifetime. But as millions descended on this northeast Indian tent city, was it a disaster waiting to happen? Namita Singh reports from Prayagraj

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Editorials on Kumbh stampede: TOI optimistically points out that ‘many crores’ were ‘unharmed’

Drawing flak over the Kumbh stampede, the Yogi Adityanath government has announced several changes at the venue to prevent such incidents. It has also announced the formation of a judicial panel to probe the incident. But questions remain around its initial silence on the casualties.

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Uttar Pradesh Govt begins preparations for 2031 Ardha Kumbh

Uttar Pradesh's Deputy Chief Minister Keshav Prasad Maurya has said that the state government has already commenced the preparations for the 2031 Ardha Kumbh. Read further on Dynamite News:

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Man dressed up as Lord Hanuman becomes center of attraction at ongoing Maha Kumbh

A man dressed up as Lord Hanuman became the center of attraction at the ongoing Mahakumbh Mela in Prayagraj on Monday. Read further on Dynamite News:

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Uttar Pradesh: Security ramped up as sea of devotees throng Mahakumbh 2025

With the Mahakumb set to begin next week, authorities have put in place a set of security measures, including automatic number plate recognition technology, as crores of people are expected to throng the holy city of Parayagraj. Read further on Dynamite News:

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Indian Railways clarifies on 'misleading' reports on free travel during 'Maha Kumbh'

The Indian Railways has categorically denied all reports claiming that passengers will be allowed to travel for free during the 'Maha Kumbh Mela', calling all such reports as "baseless and misleading". Read further on Dynamite News:

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Mahakumbh 2025: UP fire safety department holds demonstration to prevent fire mishap from lithium batteries

Uttar Pradesh police and fire safety department are on high alert and taking all precautionary measures to make Mahakumbh 2025 celebrations secured for lakh of devotees scheduled to visit the holy place early next year. Read further on Dynamite News:

The Hindu

BJP plans ‘OBC Mahakumbh’ in U.P. with eye on 2024 General Election

BJP plans 'OBC Mahakumbh' in Prayagraj to connect backward classes with party. Aim to mobilise 2 lakh people from 79 castes.

The Hindu

Kumbh Mela at Tribeni: inventing tradition in West Bengal

Kumbh Mela at Tribeni: inventing tradition in West Bengal; The transformation of a local custom of a ritualistic bath into a Kumbh Mela is part of an ongoing political project

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