Fair administration and Police strengthen safety measures for Mauni Amavasya

• Devotees urged to stay in their lanes and take the holy dip at the ghat they reach
• Be patient on barricades and pontoon bridges, don’t rush: Devotees told
• Devotees advised to cooperate with Police and seek their help when needed

Mahakumbh Nagar. As millions of devotees and tourists gather in Prayagraj for the Mauni Amavasya Snan at Mahakumbh on Wednesday, the fair administration and police have intensified safety measures to ensure a secure and comfortable experience for them. Devotees have also been are urged to remain vigilant, steer clear of rumors, and report concerns promptly.

A dedicated team comprising fair police, traffic police, and specialized doctors has been deployed around the clock to assist devotees in case of emergencies.

Senior Superintendent of Police, Mahakumbhnagar, Rajesh Dwivedi, stated, “Robust arrangements have been made for the second Amrit Snan of Mahakumbh, especially for Mauni Amavasya.”

He urged devotees to cooperate with the police, remain cautious, and seek assistance. The police and administration are available 24/7 to support the devotees at Mahakumbh.

How to Cooperate in Crowd Management

• Take different lanes to reach Sangam Ghat
• Stay in your lane while going for a Ganga bath
• After bathing and darshan, go straight to the parking
• While going for darshan in temples, stay in your lane, and from there, leave for your destination
• Take the help of the police if needed; the police are there to help you
• Traffic police are also ready to help you
• In case of any health-related problem, get yourself examined in the hospital built in the nearest sector
• Be patient on the barricading and pontoon bridges, and avoid hurrying and jostling
• Use only paper, jute or eco-friendly utensils and Kulhar
• All the ghats are Sangam Ghats; bathe at the ghat you reach first

What not to do

• Devotees should not stop at one place together
• Under no circumstances should the devotees coming and going come face to face
• Ignore rumours
• Do not believe any confusion spread on social media
• Do not rush to visit temples
• Do not stop on roads instead of holding areas, and do not create any obstruction
• Avoid getting misled by anyone regarding arrangements or facilities
• Avoid spreading any kind of misleading news
• Do not rush to take a holy bath
• Avoid using plastic bags and utensils