“Many of you may have experienced the grandeur of the Prayagraj Kumbh in 2019, which became a symbol of India’s cultural pride globally. The efficient management of the event was widely acknowledged,” PTI quoted the minister as saying.
He stressed that the upcoming Maha Kumbh would surpass the 2019 event in both grandeur and spiritual significance, expecting to attract over 45 crore pilgrims, saints, ascetics, and tourists. He highlighted that the Maha Kumbh, recognised by UNESCO as an intangible cultural heritage, would return to Prayagraj after a 12-year gap.
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Shahi assured that the Uttar Pradesh government was making grand preparations for the event’s success.
“The Maha Kumbh will be a clean, healthy, safe, and digital experience. We are committed to making it an environmentally friendly event by declaring it single-use plastic-free,” he said.
He also mentioned that around 3 lakh plants have been planted across Prayagraj, with the government ensuring their care and maintenance even after the event concludes.
The Minister extended an invitation to all states and countries, calling the Maha Kumbh “the grand festival of Sanatani Indians”. “We have come here to invite you all to take part in this sacred pilgrimage,” he urged, specifically encouraging the people of Assam to visit Prayagraj during the event.
(Edited by : Jerome Anthony)
