Yogi govt to develop Sangam into a premier year-round global tourist hub
Triveni Sangam to retain Mahakumbh's spirit with revamped infrastructure
Prayagraj, March 05: The Mahakumbh 2025, held on the banks of Triveni Sangam, made history with the arrival of over 66 crore devotees during its 45-day span. The massive turnout has prompted the fair administration to draft a new roadmap for the Sangam area post-Mahakumbh.
Considering the steady influx of devotees, the administration has initiated plans to revamp Sangam and its surroundings with enhanced facilities. According to ADM Mela Vivek Chaturvedi, the infrastructure established during Mahakumbh will remain intact until the next Ardh Kumbh in 2031.
“Facilities such as lighting, water ATMs, checkered walkways, parking areas, police presence, mobile toilets, changing rooms, and more will continue to serve devotees. Additionally, round-the-clock services, including taxi facilities and food courts, will be introduced, supported by a fresh budget allocation”, he informed.
Vivek Chaturvedi also revealed plans to introduce regular aarti ceremonies at the concrete ghats, inspired by the tradition at Varanasi’s ghats, to enrich the spiritual experience for devotees further.
Notably, the grand display of faith at Prayagraj’s Mahakumbh shapes a powerful triangle of spiritual tourism with Kumbh City, Ayodhya, and Kashi. The unceasing flow of devotees, especially after the third and final Amrit Snan on Basant Panchami and even after Maha Shivratri, reflects the profound sentiment of the Sanatan faith.
Vijaykant from Delhi, who visited Sangam with his family, shared that he took a holy dip during the Amrit Kaal of Mahakumbh and returned with the same devotion even as the crowds thinned.
Similarly, Shashikant Madeshiya from Damoh, Madhya Pradesh, expressed that the waters of Triveni Sangam hold the same sanctity for him even after the event.
Efforts to track the number of tourists visiting the Sangam area began last year. The corridors of various temples developed within the city during Mahakumbh are expected to become new tourist attractions, ensuring a steady flow of visitors year-round.
The overwhelming response to the Hanuman Mandir Corridor and Akshay Vat Corridor near Sangam suggests a ‘mini Mahakumbh’ atmosphere will persist throughout the year.
