In light of the Magh Purnima Snan at the Prayagraj Mahakumbh, the Uttar Pradesh government has implemented a dedicated traffic management plan to ensure the safety and smooth movement of devotees.
By 8 AM on Tuesday, the number of visiting devotees exceeded 45 crores, with around 50 lakh pilgrims taking a holy dip in the Triveni Sangam that morning alone. By 11 AM, the number of attendees rose to over 75 lakhs, according to Mela authorities.

In line with Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath’s vision for a ‘Surakshit Mahakumbh,’ the entire mela area has been designated as a ‘no vehicle zone’ starting at 4:00 AM today, allowing vehicle entry only for essential and emergency services.

All arriving private and public vehicles in Prayagraj after 4:00 AM are being directed to designated parking areas along their routes. This initiative aims to alleviate traffic congestion in the city, allowing pilgrims to reach the bathing ghats conveniently on foot. Furthermore, starting from 5:00 PM on February 11, the ‘no vehicle zone’ will extend throughout Prayagraj city, with exemptions only for emergency services.

This traffic plan will remain in effect until the conclusion of the Magh Purnima snan on February 12, ensuring the safe departure of pilgrims from the fairgrounds. Similar regulations will also apply to vehicles belonging to devotees observing Kalpavas. The administration has requested that Kalpavasis adhere to these guidelines and utilize only the authorized parking facilities.

Authorities urge visitors to obey traffic regulations and cooperate with officials to facilitate a seamless and orderly bathing festival at the Mahakumbh.

Chief Minister Adityanath had anticipated that this year’s Mahakumbh would set a historic record with 45 crore devotees, a prediction that came true 15 days prior to the event’s conclusion. With two major bathing festivals still to take place, the total number of bathers is projected to exceed 50-55 crores.

The sacred confluence of the Ganga, Yamuna, and the unseen Saraswati continues to overflow with faith and devotion, attracting pilgrims from diverse backgrounds, including sants, devotees, and Kalpvasis who partake in the holy dip.

Following the key Amrit Snans—Makar Sankranti, Mauni Amavasya, and Basant Panchami—the enthusiasm and devotion of the pilgrims remain resolute. Millions are arriving from across India and the globe, drawn by the spiritual allure of Prayagraj. The fervor of faith persists even after the final Amrit Snan, as devotees flock to the holy banks of the Sangam.

As of Tuesday morning, 75 lakh individuals had taken a holy dip in the Triveni, bringing the overall count of bathers to over 45 crores. This group includes 10 lakh Kalpvasis along with saints and devotees from around the world, further establishing Mahakumbh 2025 as an unprecedented spiritual occasion.

An analysis of the footfall so far highlights that Mauni Amavasya attracted the largest crowd, with 8 crore devotees bathing. In comparison, 3.5 crore participated in the Amrit Snan on Makar Sankranti. On February 1 and January 30, more than 2 crore devotees took a dip each day, while Paush Purnima witnessed 1.7 crore pilgrims. Additionally, 2.57 crore devotees bathed in the Triveni on Basant Panchami. Even before Magh Purnima, over one crore devotees arrived daily at the Sangam banks for this sacred ritual.

President Draupadi Murmu took a holy dip in Triveni Sangam on Monday. Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Home Minister Amit Shah, Defence Minister Rajnath Singh, and Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath, along with members of the cabinet, also participated in the sacred dip.