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Railways to Run Special Unreserved Train for MahaKumbh Pilgrims

Railways to Run Special Unreserved Train for MahaKumbh Pilgrims

Railways to ease congestion and offer affordable travel options to pilgrims. The Indian Railways has announced a special unreserved train between New Delhi and Patna Junction. This is to accommodate the massive influx of passengers traveling for the Maha Kumbh Mela. This move comes as part of the Railways’ efforts to ease congestion and offer affordable travel options to pilgrims. According to the schedule, Train No. 04036 (New Delhi–Patna Junction Unreserved Special) will leave from New Delhi at 17:00 hrs on February 18, 2025. The train will pass through key stations, including Ghaziabad, Moradabad, Bareilly, Lucknow, Raebareli Junction, Phaphamau Junction,…
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Unsafe Ganga Water Quality Raises Alarm at MahaKumbh 2025

Unsafe Ganga Water Quality Raises Alarm at MahaKumbh 2025

NGT Flags High Fecal Bacteria in Ganga at Prayagraj, Questions UPPCB Over Lapses Tribunal Raises Alarm Over Unsafe Water Quality Amid Maha Kumbh Mela The National Green Tribunal (NGT) has raised serious concerns. They noted the presence of high levels of fecal bacteria in the Ganga at Prayagraj. Several locations fail to meet the primary water quality standards for bathing. The observations came from an NGT bench. This bench included Chairperson Justice Prakash Shrivastava, Judicial Member Justice Sudhir Agarwal, and Member A Senthil Vel. They heard a plea about untreated sewage being dumped into the Ganga and Yamuna. This occurs…
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What comes after life?

What comes after life?

The story of Nachiketa: The son who waited three days at the doors of Yamaraj. Religion is one of the most common topics of conversation among us humans who think freely. One of the greatest questions answered in mysteries is, what comes after life? What exists beyond the Vyakta and the Avyakta, what does the spirit mean? What is it that awaits us in the afterlife? Hindu philosophy answered this question very enlighteningly for the believers. It did so in the Kathopanishad, a part of the Krishna Yajurveda. There was some mystery to develop thought and consciousness. The ‘Agyakari’ son.…
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Who is Responsible for Delhi Station Stampede?

Who is Responsible for Delhi Station Stampede?

High influx of passengers set the stage for a rapid escalation in crowd congestion, ultimately leading to a mishap during the Mahakumbh rush The Railway Board faced an unexpectedly large number of passengers. According to Dilip Kumar, Executive Director of Information & Publicity, this situation forced authorities to introduce four extra special trains. These measures were necessary to manage the surge. Authorities received notifications early in the morning. Several individuals fainted due to the intense crowd pressure. Those affected were admitted to a local hospital. To control the situation, entry to the station was temporarily restricted to manage the overwhelming…
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Tragic Stampede at New Delhi Railway Station: 18 Lives Lost in Mahakumbh Rush

Tragic Stampede at New Delhi Railway Station: 18 Lives Lost in Mahakumbh Rush

At least 18 people lost their lives in a devastating stampede at New Delhi Railway Station on Saturday. Among them were 11 women and four children. The incident began with a sudden surge of passengers. They were eager to board trains bound for the Maha Kumbh in Prayagraj. This rush of people overwhelmed the station platforms. The Ministry of Railways has ordered a high-level inquiry into the unfortunate incident. According to officials, platform 14 was particularly crowded when the Prayagraj Express arrived. Passengers from the delayed Swantrata Senani Express and Bhubaneshwar Rajdhani Express were waiting on platforms 12, 13, and…
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Mahakumbh Engineering Marvel: Improving the Ganga-Yamuna Confluence

Mahakumbh Engineering Marvel: Improving the Ganga-Yamuna Confluence

At the Prayagraj Mahakumbh, the sacred confluence of the Ganga and Yamuna faced a significant challenge. The Ganga split into three distinct streams due to sand islands. This splitting prevented a proper union at the Sangam. In response, a colossal project was undertaken to reclaim and expand the confluence area. Over 80 grueling days, 16,000 laborers worked tirelessly. They created an extra 26 hectares of land near the Sangam. This transformation accommodated millions of pilgrims. Months before the Mahakumbh, extensive preparatory work was carried out by Clean Tech Infra Company. The Municipal Corporation and the Irrigation Department guided the project.…
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Akhadas Leave from Mahakumbh, Pilgrims Can Now Plan as Crowds Recede

Akhadas Leave from Mahakumbh, Pilgrims Can Now Plan as Crowds Recede

Experience the wonder of Mahakumbh 2025! As Akhadas leave they pave the way for everyone to explore this spiritual journey. Don’t miss out! The grand spectacle of Mahakumbh 2025 observed a significant transition on Friday. The Akhadas, including the revered Naga sadhus, formally started departing from the mela grounds. Their presence had been a major attraction since the event began on January 13. It concluded as per tradition after the three Amrit Snans (royal baths). As per age-old customs, the Akhadas do not stay at the Sangam banks after completing their royal bathing rituals. They observed this tradition by starting…
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