All Sacred Baths Will Be Conducted Smoothly Through Sanctity, Coordination and Communication: Yogi Adityanath

Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath reviewed the preparations for the ongoing Magh Mela in Prayagraj and said that all major bathing rituals would be conducted smoothly with sanctity, effective communication and coordination.

He also referred to the turnout on Paush Purnima, noting that the number of devotees who took the holy dip at the Sangam far exceeded initial estimates.

The Chief Minister shared details about ghat expansion, cleanliness drives and measures to protect devotees from the cold wave, adding that the use of technology has significantly strengthened facilities at the Mela.

He said the Mela Seva App is emerging as an effective medium for providing quick assistance to saints, Kalpvasis and devotees.

Prayagraj, January 2026 : While reviewing the preparations for the Magh Mela, Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath said that all major bathing occasions would be completed safely through purity, dialogue and coordination. Speaking to journalists during his visit to Prayagraj on Saturday, he said that administrative alertness, the use of technology and coordinated efforts by all departments were ensuring the safety and convenience of devotees.

Expressing his satisfaction, the Chief Minister said he felt blessed to have the opportunity to visit and take a holy dip at the sacred Triveni Sangam during the Magh month. He recalled that around the same time last year, preparations for the Mahakumbh were underway on a war footing, and he had also been in Prayagraj on January 10 for that purpose. The Magh Mela began on January 3 this year and will continue until February 15, and the Chief Minister is personally monitoring arrangements to ensure the smooth conduct of all events.

Surge of Faith on Paush Purnima
Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath said that while 10 to 15 lakh devotees were expected on Paush Purnima, more than 31 lakh pilgrims took a holy dip at the Triveni Sangam. Devotees offered prayers and sought blessings in the presence of Lord Veni Madhav, Bade Hanuman Ji Maharaj and the Akshayavat. Kalpvasis are engaged in spiritual practices during their month-long stay. The Chief Minister also said he had the opportunity to attend the 726th birth anniversary celebrations of Jagadguru Ramanandacharya Ji. He noted that Prayagraj is a sacred land associated with many sages, including Maharshi Bharadwaj and Yajnavalkya, and that Daraganj is renowned as the birthplace of Jagadguru Ramanandacharya Ji.

Preparations for Major Bathing Festivals
According to the Chief Minister, major bathing festivals will take place on Makar Sankranti (January 14–15), Mauni Amavasya (January 18), Basant Panchami (January 23), Magh Purnima, and Mahashivratri on February 15. He said extensive preparations have been made by all departments for the entire duration of the Magh Mela. The length of the bathing ghats has been increased, special emphasis has been placed on cleanliness, and arrangements have been made to protect pilgrims from the severe cold. Crowd management is being strengthened through the public address system, and the Mela Seva App has been launched to ensure that saints, Kalpvasis and devotees receive timely services and assistance.

Administration Fully Prepared
Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath expressed confidence that just as the Paush Purnima bath was conducted smoothly through coordination and cooperation, all five upcoming major bathing rituals will also be completed safely with sanctity, communication and coordination. He said the administration is working with full commitment, and with collective support, the Magh Mela will be successfully conducted.