Prayagraj : Even with two and a half months left before the beginning of the 2025 Maha Kumbh fair, devotees and tourists from all across the country and even abroad have begun flocking to the Sangam . Uttar Pradesh govt has issued instructions to ensure that the influx of pilgrims encounters no difficulties. Notably, enthusiasm for the Maha Kumbh is at an all-time high, and Sangam City is fast solidifying its position as the country's spiritual hub.
Pandit Mahendra Nath Sharma, a city priest said, "The number of visitors has significantly increased, even before the Maha Kumbh, with many seeking peace for their ancestors." "Indian expatriates from Canada, Mauritius, Australia, and Russia have started to arrive to offer prayers to the sacred Ganga. Many are also bringing the ashes of their ancestors to perform traditional rites," he added.
A coordinated team effort is underway to manage religious activities on the banks of the Sangam efficiently. Pankaj Pandey, who oversees similar responsibilities, explains that visitors perform rituals for the peace of their ancestors' souls, offering donations to Brahmins, which in turn oiffers employment to many in the area..