In anticipation of a large number of devotees coming to the Mahakumbh in Prayagraj, the Uttar Pradesh Transport Corporation has announced the operation of 2,250 additional buses during the next 3 days.
Akashvani’s correspondent reported that more than 73 lakh people have taken the holy dip in the Sangam today until 12 noon. A large number of devotees are expected to reach Prayagraj during the weekend for Mahakumbh. The State Transport Corporation has arranged additional buses for smooth transport facilitations of the passengers.
Uttar Pradesh’s Minister of State for Transport, Dayashankar Singh has directed that officers will be placed at various temporary bus stations of Prayagraj so that the buses can operate smoothly. He said that a concrete action plan will also be implemented for the successful operation of buses during holidays.
Mr. Singh directed the nodal officers to ensure safe and convenient travel of the devotees. In case of any complaint, the nodal officers will be held accountable.
Meanwhile, the Prayagraj Sangam Railway Station will remain closed today and tomorrow. Prayagraj District Magistrate, Ravindra Kumar Madand said that the railway station is being closed for the safe and systematic movement of devotees, keeping in mind the arrival of a large number of devotees during the weekend.