Mahakumbh: Over 1.23 crore devotees take holy dip at Sangam till 6PM

The Mahakumbh in Prayagraj continues to draw a huge number of devotees with over one crore 23 lakh devotees today took the holy dip in the Sangam till 6 pm last evening.

 

So far 54 crore 19 lakh devotees have taken the holy. Amongst the unique programs at the Mahakumbh fair area, the Indian railway held an exhibition to offer visitors a glimpse into the railway’s heritage and future advancements. 

 

The exhibition features models of Chenab and Pamban bridges, while also educating the public about the next-generation trains like Namo Bharat, Amrit Bharat, and Vande Bharat sleeper trains.

 

The



displays highlight the historical contributions of Indian Railways in wars and other significant national events. Its role during the 1965, 1971, and Kargil wars, emphasizes its critical contributions in times of national need.

  

Beyond transportation, it features the role of Indian Railways in the development vision through a double-engine government. To facilitate pilgrims during Mahakumbh, Indian Railways has set up temporary ticket counters, enquiry rooms with electronic display boards, and multilingual announcement systems, all of which are prominently featured in the exhibition.