Highlighting the significance of Mahakumbh-2025 and Prayagraj as mentioned in ancient Hindu religious texts, Modi said that the differences of castes and sects disappear at the Mahakumbh.Ahead of the launch of projects, the PM performed a ceremonial puja and darshan at the Sangam. He also undertook a river cruise. Uttar Pradesh Governor Anandiben Patel and Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath were present with the PM at the puja.The projects worth Rs 5,500 crore are meant to improve the city’s infrastructure and amenities for the Mahakumbh. The projects are designed to enhance infrastructure, connectivity, and public amenities in the region, catering to the large influx of devotees expected during Mahakumbh.The projects included several rail and road developments, such as 10 new Road Over Bridges, flyovers, permanent ghats, and riverfront roads.In line with the vision for a “Swachh and Nirmal Ganga,” the PM also launched initiatives focused on intercepting, diverting, and treating drains that currently lead untreated water into the Ganga, thereby ensuring zero untreated discharge into the sacred river.As part of the temple corridor projects, Modi unveiled the Bharadwaj Ashram Corridor, Shringverpur Dham Corridor, Akshayvat Corridor, and Hanuman Mandir Corridor.Modi also introduced the AI-based chatbot, designed to offer real-time updates and assistance to pilgrims during the Mahakumbh.Mega festival Mahakumbh will take off with first ‘snan’ (bathing) on ‘Paush Poornima’, Jan 13 Culminate with ‘royal bathing’ in Maha Shivratri on Feb 26 at Prayagraj Organised every 12 years Projects worth Rs 5,500 crore meant to improve infra, connectivity, and public amenities in Prayagraj Projects include 10 new Road Over Bridges, flyovers, permanent ghats, and riverfront roads
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