Authorities in Prayagraj are fully prepared to ensure a flawless execution of the final ‘Amrit Snan’ (holy bath) at the Maha Kumbh 2025 on Basant Panchami, following Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath’s strict “zero error” directive.
This directive comes after the tragic stampede on January 29, which resulted in at least 30 fatalities and left over 60 people injured. To prevent any such incidents, the state government has deployed two senior IAS officers who previously played a key role in managing the successful 2019 Ardh Kumbh. Their expertise is expected to help maintain order and ensure the safety of devotees.
UP Officials on High Alert for Maha Kumbh’s Final ‘Amrit Snan’
Top officials in Uttar Pradesh are working diligently to implement Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath’s “zero-error” directive for the final ‘Amrit Snan’ at Maha Kumbh 2025 in Prayagraj on Monday, February 3. The directive follows a tragic stampede on January 29 during Mauni Amavasya Snan, which claimed at least 30 lives and injured around 60 people.
The crowd for Basant Panchami Snan continues to swell, with nearly 90 lakh devotees having taken a dip in the Ganga and Sangam by 12 PM on Sunday. Since January 13, Maha Kumbh 2025 has witnessed an overwhelming participation of over 33.61 crore devotees in the holy bath.
Following the deadly stampede at Sangam Nose on January 29, CM Yogi Adityanath visited Prayagraj on Saturday to assess the situation. According to police reports, excessive crowding led to a barrier collapse, triggering the fatal rush.
Meanwhile, as per news agency PTI, Prime Minister Narendra Modi is scheduled to visit Maha Kumbh Nagar on February 5.
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UP Government’s Preparations for Basant Panchami Mela 2025
The Uttar Pradesh government has deployed two senior IAS officers, Ashish Goyal and Bhanu Chandra Goswami, to oversee the seamless execution of the Basant Panchami Mela.
Both officers played a crucial role in organizing the 2019 Ardh Kumbh and bring extensive experience in crowd management and administrative coordination. They have joined Mela Adhikari Vijay Kiran Anand to ensure smooth arrangements.
To enhance security and crowd control, Additional Director General of Police (ADG) Bhanu Bhaskar is monitoring the fairgrounds. During a recent inspection, Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath visited the site of a past incident, checked on the injured in hospitals, and instructed officials to ensure a flawless event.
On Sunday, ADG Bhaskar reviewed security at the Integrated Command and Control Centre (ICCC), tracking major intersections and entry points via surveillance screens. He also used loudspeakers to guide devotees, advising them to vacate the ghats promptly after bathing and avoid eating in the area. Police officers have been instructed to prevent overcrowding and maintain steady movement at the ghats.
The mela administration, assisted by experienced officers from Lucknow, is focused on ensuring safety and convenience for all attendees. Meanwhile, Mahant Ravindra Puri, president of the All India Akhada Parishad, urged devotees not to overcrowd the main Sangam area, assuring them that any dip along the five-kilometer stretch from Phaphamau to Arail holds the same spiritual significance.
With these strategic measures, the UP government aims to conduct a well-organized and hassle-free Basant Panchami Mela.
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Amrit Snan
The Amrit Snan is the most sacred and spiritually significant ritual of the Maha Kumbh 2025 Mela, attracting millions of devotees from around the world to the Triveni Sangam. According to Hindu beliefs, taking a holy dip during these rare celestial alignments cleanses sins and leads the soul toward moksha (salvation).
One of the major highlights of Amrit Snan is the grand procession of saints and ascetics, including the Naga Sadhus, ash-covered spiritual warriors from various Akhadas (monastic orders). This vibrant display of devotion and spirituality adds to the divine atmosphere of the Kumbh.
The Amrit Snan dates are determined based on the astrological positions of the Sun, Moon, and Jupiter, which are believed to amplify the spiritual energy of the sacred rivers. In this Maha Kumbh 2025, the first two Amrit Snan took place on January 14 (Makar Sankranti) and January 29 (Mauni Amavasya).
The next significant Amrit Snan is scheduled for February 3 (Basant Panchami), a festival marking the arrival of spring, celebrated on Magh Shukla Panchami as per the Hindu calendar.
Apart from Amrit Snan, three other major bathing days hold immense religious significance. The first occurred on January 13 (Paush Purnima), while the upcoming ones are on February 12 (Maghi Purnima) and February 26 (Mahashivratri), which marks the grand conclusion of this once-in-12-years spiritual gathering.
With its deep spiritual essence and rich traditions, the Maha Kumbh Mela 2025 continues to be a beacon of faith, drawing devotees in pursuit of divine blessings.
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FAQs
Q.1. What is the significance of Amrit Snan at Maha Kumbh?
Ans. Amrit Snan is the most sacred ritual of Maha Kumbh, believed to cleanse sins and lead devotees toward moksha (salvation) when taken during rare celestial alignments.
Q.2. When is the final Amrit Snan at Maha Kumbh 2025?
Ans. The final Amrit Snan is scheduled for February 3 (Basant Panchami) at Triveni Sangam in Prayagraj, marking an important spiritual milestone of the Kumbh Mela.
Q.3. What safety measures are in place for Maha Kumbh 2025?
Ans. Following the January 29 stampede, the UP government has deployed senior IAS officers, additional police forces, and advanced crowd management systems to ensure a smooth and safe event.
Q.4. How many devotees have attended Maha Kumbh 2025 so far?
Ans. Since January 13, over 33.61 crore devotees have participated in the holy bath, with 90 lakh pilgrims taking a dip by February 2, 12 PM.
Q.5. What are the major bathing dates after Basant Panchami?
Ans. After Basant Panchami (Feb 3), two more significant snan days remain: Maghi Purnima (Feb 12) and Mahashivratri (Feb 26), marking the grand conclusion of Maha Kumbh 2025.
