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Held once every four years at one of the four locations in India, the Maha Kumbh Mela is one of the most significant religious congregations. The cultural extravaganza is being held from January 13 to February 26.
Visual from the Triveni Sangam ghat as devotees in large number took a holy dip in Maha Kumbh Mela in Prayagraj | Image/PTI
Maha Kumbh Mela, the biggest congregation of humanity on Earth, began with full pomp and grandeur in the holy city of Prayagraj in Uttar Pradesh.
A sea of humanity took the holy dip in the Sangam in their quest for ‘moksha’ on the first day of the largest religious congregation. The Maha Kumbh, which began Monday with the amrit snan on ‘Paush Purnima’, has transformed the meeting point of rivers Ganga, Yamuna and the mystical Saraswati into a vibrant confluence of faith, culture and humanity, with its fair share of global attendees experiencing the rare celestial alignment that occurs once every 144 years.
Held once every four years at one of the four locations in India, the Maha Kumbh Mela is one of the most significant religious congregations. The cultural extravaganza is being held from January 13 to February 26.
How To Reach Maha Kumbh By Air?
Prayagraj Airport, located 13 km from the city of Bamrauli, offers regular flights from major cities like Delhi, Mumbai, Bengaluru, Kolkata, and Hyderabad.
Meanwhile, in wake of the tourist influx, the top airlines have improved their connectivity. According to the details, the Prayagraj will witness an average of 117 weekly departures at the start of February. Additionally, new direct flights from cities like Ahmedabad, Jaipur, Kolkata, and Guwahati have been introduced.
Flights from Delhi to Prayagraj are priced between Rs 7,500 and Rs 5,000 for the period of January 13-19, coinciding with the first week of Maha Kumbh.
Meanwhile, devotees who cannot find a suitable flight directly to Prayagraj, can consider flying to nearby airports and then travelling to Prayagraj via road or train. Here are some alternate airports:
- Varanasi Airport (Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport): Located about 130 km from Prayagraj, Varanasi Airport is a convenient option. From here, one can take a taxi, hire a car, or board a train to reach Prayagraj.
- Lucknow Airport (Chaudhary Charan Singh International Airport): Approximately 200 km from Prayagraj, Lucknow Airport is another viable alternative. Regular flights connect Lucknow with major cities, and one can easily hire a taxi or take a train to Prayagraj.
- Kanpur Airport (KNU): Kanpur Airport is around 120 kilometres from Prayagraj and offers domestic flights from major Indian cities. It is possible to hire a taxi or take public transport to reach Prayagraj.
Once in Prayagraj, local transportation options, including buses, auto-rickshaws, and taxis, facilitate easy movement around the city.
How To Reach Maha Kumbh By Train?
Prayagraj is well-connected to major cities across India through its extensive railway network, with eight key stations, including Prayagraj Junction, Rambagh, Sangam, and Naini Junction.
Regular trains from cities like Delhi (Rajdhani Express, Vande Bharat), Mumbai (Mahanagri SF, Saket SF), and Kolkata (Howrah-Prayagraj Express) ensure easy access for visitors to the Maha Kumbh Mela 2025. Train routes and bookings are available on the IRCTC website.
Several express and superfast trains run to Prayagraj from different cities such as:
- Delhi: Prayagraj Express, Duronto Express, Humsafar Express
- Mumbai: Mahanagari Express, Kamayani Express
- Kolkata: Poorva Express, Netaji Express, Vibhuti Express
- Chennai: Sanghamitra Express, Ganga Kaveri Express
To make it more convenient, the Western Railway has launched 98 special trains, ensuring every guest coming across the country will have a comfortable travel experience.
Additionally, over 10,000 trains, including 3,300 special services will benefit the devotees.
How To Reach Maha Kumbh By Road?
Reaching Prayagraj by road is a convenient option for travellers coming from major cities in India. The city is well-connected via a network of national highways and expressways, making it easily accessible for both private vehicles and public transport.
Road Routes from Major Cities:
- Delhi to Prayagraj: Approx. 700 km via NH19 (around 11 hours drive)
- Lucknow to Prayagraj: Approx. 200 km via NH30 (around 4-5 hours drive)
- Varanasi to Prayagraj: Approx. 120 km via NH19 (around 3 hours drive)
- Kanpur to Prayagraj: Approx. 200 km (around 4-5 hours drive)
Prayagraj is primarily accessed via several major national highways and expressways:
- NH-19: This is the most important route connecting Delhi to Prayagraj, passing through several cities.
- NH-27: This highway connects Prayagraj with major towns like Lucknow and Ayodhya, providing direct access to the city.
- Yamuna Expressway: While primarily connecting Delhi to Agra, it is an essential route for those travelling from Delhi and Agra to Prayagraj.
Additionally, government-run and private buses operate regular services to Prayagraj. State transport corporations such as UP State Road Transport Corporation (UPSRTC) and private operators run AC and non-AC buses to Prayagraj from key cities including Delhi, Varanasi, Lucknow, and Kanpur.
The Uttar Pradesh government is expecting a footfall of 40-45 crore people at the Maha Kumbh, mobilising its resources at an unprecedented scale for the smooth conduct of the event, arguably one the largest gathering of faith in the world.
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