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bh mela 2019: The city of Prayagraj will host its first Kumbh in January 2019 after its recent rechristening. Kumbh Mela 2019 promises to be a grand spiritual event in which millions will throng from around the world at the holy confluence of rivers Ganga, Yamuna and Saraswati.
Kumbh Mela 2019 is being organised in Prayagraj, Uttar Pradesh from January 15, 2019 to March 31 2019.
HERE'S WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT THE KUMBH MELA:-
It is believed that the Kumbh Mela starts when astrological positions of Sun, Moon and Jupiter are fully occupied. This is considered a holy time in Hindu religion.
Prayagraj is connected by air to several domestic destinations. The airport is at Bamrauli and is 12 km away from city centre.
The city has four major railway stations namely Allahabad Junction, Prayag Station, City Station at Rambagh and Daraganj Station. Prayagraj is well connected by road as well
The Centre has plans to start airboat service from Varanasi to Prayagraj for the Kumbh Mela next year. Central Road Transport and Shipping Minister NItin Gadkari made the announcement on December 5.
Inland Waterways Authority of India (IWAI) is arranging for a ferry service near Sangam Ghat as wel.
Millions of people visit Prayagraj during the Kumbh Mela. Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath said that the city expects 15 crore visiters during Kumbh Mela 2019.
Peshwai is one of the attractions of the Kumbh Mela. Peshwai marks the beginning of the Kumbh Mela and is a marvellous procession. Holy men and their entourage arrive at the Kumbh on elephants, horses and in carriages.
Uttar Pradesh government is organising Sangam Walk for the tourists visiting the city for Kumbh Mela.
A laser-light show will be one of the attractions this year. The show will be held at Allahabad Fort.
Indian as well as foreign nationals from abroad are expected to visit the Kumbh