Uttar Pradesh CM launches Kumbhvani channel dedicated to Mahakumbh

The Kumbhvani channel of Akashvani dedicated to Mahakumbh 2025 was launched in Prayagraj, Uttar Pradesh yesterday. Chief Minister of Uttar Pradesh Yogi Adityanath launched the channel.

Speaking on the occasion, the Chief Minister expressed confidence that Kumbhvani will not only reach new heights of popularity but also extend the spirit of Mahakumbh to remote villages where many people, despite their desire, cannot physically attend the event. He emphasized that the channel will serve as a vital medium to deliver all relevant information about Mahakumbh to these distant communities. Yogi Adityanath said such efforts will enable those in far-flung areas to experience and understand the grandeur of Mahakumbh.

The Chief Minister said Akashvani was the first medium to connect people with folk traditions and culture. Recalling his childhood memories, he shared how he used to listen intently to broadcasts of Ramcharitmanas on Akashvani.

Yogi Adityanath said Prasar Bharati has beautifully captured the essence of Mahakumbh through Kumbhvani. He



said, Mahakumbh is beyond caste, creed and discrimination and spreads the message of unity.

Kumbh Mangal Dhun was also launched by the Chief Minister of Uttar Pradesh on the occasion.

Minister of State for Information and Broadcasting Dr L Murugan joined the programme virtually and expressed gratitude to the Chief Minister for launching the Radio channel.

Prasar Bharati Chairman Navneet Kumar Sehgal said, that Prasar Bharati has made elaborate arrangements for a live telecast of Mahakumbh through Doordarshan and a live broadcast through Akashvani. He said, over 40 high-resolution cameras have been installed for telecast. Mr Sehgal said, this time heli-cams will be used to show the bird’s eye view of the grand event.

Chief Executive Officer of Prasar Bharati Gaurav Dwivedi, Director General Akashvani Dr. Pragya Paliwal Gaur, Director General Doordarshan Kanchan Prasad, Director General of DD News Priya Kumar and senior officials were also present on the occasion.