KKN Gurugram Desk | The grand Mahakumbh 2025 officially concluded with the Maha Shivratri Snan Parv (holy bath festival) on Wednesday. However, Sangam in Prayagraj will continue to welcome pilgrims throughout the year. Authorities have decided to maintain essential facilities like electricity, sanitation, drinking water, and security at Sangam and its surrounding areas.

Pilgrims to Visit Sangam Year-Round

Over the years, the trend of year-round pilgrimage to Sangam has increased. Except for the monsoon season when flood risks are high, devotees visit the Triveni Sangam (confluence of Ganga, Yamuna, and the mythical Saraswati rivers) in large numbers. Mahakumbh 2025 has further enhanced the global recognition of Sangam as a spiritual and tourist destination.

With the increasing footfall of tourists and pilgrims, authorities have decided to ensure that basic facilities remain available for visitors. This includes maintaining sanitation, electricity, drinking water, and safety measures in the area.

Massive Crowds Expected Even After Mahakumbh

During Mahakumbh, Sangam witnessed millions of devotees taking holy dips throughout the festival. Even after the event, a significant number of devotees are expected to visit, many of whom were waiting for the crowd to subside. Officials have assured that the facilities will remain operational for these visitors.

Additionally, Prayagraj has now been included in the spiritual tourism circuit along with Kashi (Varanasi) and Ayodhya. As a result, travel agencies are now offering special tour packages covering these religious destinations.

Improved Infrastructure at Sangam and Surrounding Areas

Considering the ongoing influx of devotees and tourists, the district administration and mela authorities have decided to continue several infrastructure developments:

• Pathways and platforms will remain intact for easy movement.
• Electricity, sanitation, and drinking water facilities will be maintained year-round.
• Shops near Sangam and Kila Ghat will continue operating to ensure pilgrims get food and essential supplies.
• Increased security arrangements will be in place to ensure safety.
• Adequate parking space will be available, with additional parking at Parade Ground if needed.

Cleanup Operations in Mela Area Post Mahakumbh

With the conclusion of Mahakumbh 2025, the process of dismantling temporary structures, tents, and camps has already begun. In the Jhunsi and Nagvasuki zones, most camps have been removed or are in the process of being cleared.

By Thursday, major camps and pandals at Sangam, Parade Ground, and Arail areas will also be removed. Authorities estimate that within a week, all temporary structures will be dismantled, and the Mela area will be completely cleared.

Official Statement on Cleanup Operations

Mahakumbh Mela Officer Vijay Kiran Anand stated:
“With the conclusion of Mahakumbh, all temporary structures except essential facilities will be removed within a week. The Mela area will be fully cleared.”

CM Yogi Adityanath to Honor Police and Sanitation Workers

As part of the Mahakumbh closing ceremony, Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath will visit Mahakumbh Nagar on Thursday.

He will:

• Officially announce the conclusion of Mahakumbh 2025.
• Honor police personnel, sanitation workers, boatmen, and volunteers for their contribution.
• Participate in a community meal with police officers.

The closing ceremony will be held at Ganga Pandal, where awards will be presented to those who contributed to the successful execution of the Mahakumbh. A separate event at Police Lines will also recognize security forces.

Fourth Guinness World Record to be Set at Mahakumbh

Mahakumbh 2025 has already set three Guinness World Records, and a fourth record will be created on Thursday.

Previous Guinness Records at Mahakumbh 2025

1. Largest River Cleaning Drive – Over 300 workers participated.
2. Largest Sanitation Drive – Involved 15,000 sanitation workers.
3. Largest Hand Printing Event – 10,000 participants contributed.

The fourth record will be set for the largest shuttle bus operation, where 700 buses will operate simultaneously. This will break the previous record of 500 buses, set at Kumbh 2019.

The Guinness Book of World Records team will be present at Soraon to Nawabganj to officially certify the record. Mahakumbh Mela Officer Vijay Kiran Anand confirmed that all arrangements have been made for this historic event.

While Mahakumbh 2025 has officially concluded, Sangam in Prayagraj will continue to remain a significant spiritual and tourist destination. With the increasing influx of devotees, authorities have ensured that essential facilities remain operational throughout the year.

Additionally, the closure of Mahakumbh 2025 will be marked by a grand ceremony, featuring the honoring of workers and security personnel, and setting a Guinness World Record. The success of this mega event has further strengthened Prayagraj’s status as a key pilgrimage center in India.