Maha Kumbh 2025 Ends Today: 10 Points You Must Know

By IND Today News Desk On Feb 26, 2025

Maha Kumbh 2025 Ends Today: 10 Points You Must Know

The Maha Kumbh Mela 2025 is coming to an end today, February 26, with thousands of devotees gathering at the Triveni Sangam in Prayagraj for the final holy dip (snan) on the occasion of Maha Shivratri.

This marks the conclusion of the six-week-long religious gathering, which is the largest in the world.

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Why is Maha Shivratri Important at Kumbh Mela?

Maha Shivratri is a major Hindu festival that celebrates the divine marriage of Lord Shiva and Goddess Parvati. In the context of Maha Kumbh, it holds special significance because Lord Shiva played a crucial role in the Samudra Manthan (churning of the ocean), which led to the emergence of Amrit Kumbh (the pitcher of nectar)—the central theme of the Kumbh Mela.

The Maha Kumbh Mela, which began on January 13, had six major holy bath (snan) days, including three special Amrit Snans:

Paush Purnima – January 13
Makar Sankranti – January 14
Mauni Amavasya – January 29
Basant Panchami – February 3
Maghi Purnima – February 12
Maha Shivratri – February 26 (Final Snan)

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10 Key Updates on Maha Shivratri at Maha Kumbh 2025

1. Huge Crowds Gather at Sangam for the Final Holy Dip

In the early hours of Wednesday, thousands of devotees rushed to Triveni Sangam—the meeting point of the Ganga, Yamuna, and Saraswati rivers—for the last holy bath of Maha Kumbh 2025.

2. No Vehicles Allowed in Kumbh Mela Area

To manage the huge crowd, the entire Mela area has been declared a no-vehicle zone for the day.

3. No VIP Privileges for Maha Shivratri Snan

DIG (Kumbh) Vaibhav Krishna confirmed that no special treatment will be given to VIPs today, ensuring that all pilgrims get an equal opportunity to take the holy dip.

4. Crowd Control Plan in Place

The Uttar Pradesh government has advised devotees to use specific ghats based on their location:

From Uttar Jhunsi route → Harishchandra Ghat, Old GT Ghat
From Dakshini Jhunsi → Arail Ghat
From Pande area → Bharadwaj Ghat, Nagavasuki Ghat, Mori Ghat, Kali Ghat, Ram Ghat, Hanuman Ghat

5. Security Increased for the Final Snan

Authorities expect a record-breaking crowd, surpassing Tuesday’s count of 1.33 crore people. To ensure safety, the following security measures are in place:

37,000 police personnel and 14,000 home guards
2,750 AI-powered CCTV cameras
50 watchtowers and 18 control rooms
Three Jal Police stations for river monitoring
24×7 social media tracking to stop misinformation

6. Special Trains Arranged for Devotees’ Return

With millions of people leaving after the final snan, the Indian Railways has arranged for 350 extra trains from Prayagraj to help manage the rush.

During Mauni Amavasya, 360 special trains transported over 20 lakh passengers, and a similar plan is in place for Maha Shivratri.

7. Railways on Alert After Recent Stampedes

To prevent any stampede incidents, railway officials are working under high alert.

60 regular and special trains ran until 4 PM on Tuesday
25 additional trains were running for Maha Shivratri
Security at key stations tightened with 850 RPF personnel at Jhunsi station and 500 at Prayagraj Rambagh

8. Railway Minister Personally Monitoring Situation

Union Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw and Railway Board Chairman Satish Kumar are personally overseeing operations. General Managers from three railway zones are coordinating to handle the massive crowd of passengers.

9. Fire Safety Measures Strengthened

Due to several fire incidents during the Maha Kumbh, 50 fire stations and 20 fire posts have been put on high alert. Chief Fire Officer Pramod Sharma assured that teams are ready for any emergency.

10. CM Yogi Adityanath Extends Maha Shivratri Greetings

Uttar Pradesh CM Yogi Adityanath wished devotees a blessed Maha Shivratri, emphasizing its importance in strengthening traditions and national unity.

“Lord Shiva is worshipped across the world. Festivals like Kumbh Mela bring people together and celebrate our rich culture. The Jyotirlingas across India are symbols of our national unity,” he said.