Key Changes After Maha Kumbh Stampede
Prayagraj: A day after 30 people died and 60 others sustained injuries in a pre-dawn stampede at the Sangam area of the Maha Kumbh in Uttar Pradesh‘s Prayagraj, the state government has introduced strict measures to prevent further incidents. The administration has implemented five major changes, including declaring the entire fair area a No-Vehicle Zone. The tragedy occurred on Wednesday as millions of pilgrims attempted to reach the waters for a sacred dip on Mauni Amavasya, one of the most auspicious days of the Kumbh Mela. According to Deputy Inspector General (DIG) of Maha Kumbh, Vaibhav Krishna, the stampede was triggered by pilgrims pushing against barricades in an attempt to reach the holy waters. Here are the 5 key changes: Complete No-Vehicle Zone: Entry of all types of vehicles is strictly prohibited in the Maha Kumbh fair area. VVIP Passes Canceled: No special passes will allow vehicle entry, eliminating any exceptions. One-Way Routes Implemented: A one-way traffic system has been enforced to streamline the movement of devotees. Vehicle Entry Restricted: Vehicles arriving from neighbouring districts …
