The Maha Kumbh 2025 commenced on Monday. Indian Railways has started operating special trains to accommodate the expected 45 crore pilgrims (including both domestic and international travelers). These trains will arrive and depart from eight railway stations in Prayagraj. The event has already seen a large turnout, with...
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reports mentioning over 1.5 crore pilgrims taking a holy dip on the first day. Positive feedback highlights improved arrangements compared to previous years. Cutouts of PM Modi and CM Yogi have also become popular selfie spots.

In preparation for the Kumbh Mela, security has been tightened at Prayagraj railway stations. CISF teams, using specialized equipment like the Pilot M explosive device, are scanning passenger bags. ADG GRP Prakash D and DIG Rahul Raj inspected Prayagraj railway station, reviewed police duties, and reprimanded officers for inadequate responses....
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Instructions were given to improve security management and passenger facilities. The GRP is responsible for crowd management and passenger safety, assisted by a control room monitoring crowd levels. The ADG stated that modern equipment and trained teams are ensuring robust security at all railway stations.

The Prayagraj Railway Division is preparing for a massive influx of pilgrims for Makar Sankranti (Jan 14th) and the Maha Kumbh 2025. They plan to operate approximately 13,000 trains, including 3,000 special trains. Specific entry/exit routes are designated at stations to manage the expected 1 crore devotees taking a...
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holy dip on January 14th. The North Central Railway (NCR) will operate over 300 trains (including 80 special services) and has implemented measures for crowd management, ticket counters, and security. Preparations, including the introduction of unreserved short-distance trains, started two years ago and intensified with 50 long-distance special trains beginning January 1st, ring rail services starting January 10th, and more special trains commencing on January 12th.

On Sunday afternoon, a metal angle iron fell from the under-construction Ganga Expressway bridge onto the railway's OHE (Overhead Equipment) line near Ghatpuri station, causing a loud blast and power failure on the rail line. This disrupted the Kasganj-Bareilly passenger train, which was stopped at Ghatpuri station for approximately one...
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hour. Railway technicians arrived with a power van, repaired the OHE line, and resumed train operations. Passengers experienced delays and disruptions during this period.