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Magh Mela 2026 Runs Smoothly Despite Fog, Says Prayagraj Commissioner

Prayagraj Divisional Commissioner Saumya Agarwal has stated that all arrangements for the ongoing Magh Mela 2026 are running smoothly, ensuring a comfortable experience for devotees. She acknowledged minor fog on the city side but confirmed it is not causing significant problems, with security forces providing efficient assistance. The festival saw actor Rajpal Yadav celebrating Makar Sankranti with pilgrims, while thousands braved the cold for a holy dip on Ekadashi. The 45-day pilgrimage at the Triveni Sangam is one of India's largest religious gatherings.

Key Points: Magh Mela 2026: Smooth Arrangements, Devotees Comfortable

  • Security arrangements reviewed
  • Devotees experiencing comfort
  • Minor fog not a major issue
  • Efficient force deployment
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Magh Mela 2026: All arrangements are running smoothly, says Prayagraj Divisional Commissioner

Prayagraj Divisional Commissioner Saumya Agarwal reviews Magh Mela 2026, confirms smooth arrangements and efficient security for devotees.

"The arrangements here are running smoothly, and the devotees are having 'Snans' very comfortably. - Saumya Agarwal"

Prayagraj, January 15

Uttar Pradesh's Prayagraj Divisional Commissioner, Saumya Agarwal, reviewed the security arrangements on Thursday for the ongoing Magh Mela 2026. Speaking to, Agarwal said that the arrangements were running smoothly, and devotees were having a comfortable experience.

She acknowledged that there was some fog on the city side, but it was not causing any major problems. Agarwal also praised the deployment of security forces, saying that they were working efficiently.

"The arrangements here are running smoothly, and the devotees are having 'Snans' very comfortably. There are no problems of any kind anywhere; sufficient changing rooms and toilets, and all other facilities are available. There is a little fog on the city side, but otherwise, it's not causing any major problems here. People are moving around comfortably even where there is fog, and the police and civil in fog, and defence personnel are directing them and providing assistance. All the arrangements are running smoothly... Our force is deployed very efficiently, and everyone was thoroughly briefed last night that today is our second bathing festival and that everyone must perform their duties very well", she said to ANI.

Earlier, actor Rajpal Yadav attended the ongoing Magh Mela in Prayagraj on the occasion of Makar Sankranti on Wednesday.

At the Magh Mela, Rajpal Yadav was seen dancing with pilgrims and devotees of Lord Brahma to celebrate the festival.

Meanwhile, on the occasion of Ekadashi, a large number of devotees arrived at the Sangam Ghat in Prayagraj to take a holy dip during the ongoing Magh Mela.

Drone visuals from the Mela show thousands of devotees at the Sangam Ghat, braving the cold and taking the dip.

The Magh Mela of Prayagraj (Uttar Pradesh), which takes place at the divine Triveni Sangam, the place of confluence of the sacred rivers Ganga, Yamuna, and the legendary Saraswati, is one of the largest pilgrimages in India.

The pilgrimage is named after the Hindu month of Magh, which typically falls in January-February.

The Prayag Magh Mela is a 45-day pilgrimage that begins on Paush Purnima (the full moon day of the month of Paush) and ends on Mahashivaratri, spanning the entire month of Magh.

- ANI

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Priya S
Heartwarming to see Rajpal Yadav ji celebrating with the devotees! It shows the true spirit of the Mela – it's for everyone. The drone visuals must be spectacular. Jai Ganga Maiyya!
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Rohit P
While the report is positive, I hope the "smooth" experience extends to the common pilgrim and not just the VIP areas. Sometimes the ground reality for the average person in the crowd can be very different. More focus on crowd management in the fog would be helpful.
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Meera T
My parents are there for the Snan today on Ekadashi. They called and said the police and volunteers are being very helpful, especially guiding people in the foggy areas. Feeling reassured. Thank you to all the personnel working in the cold.
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Sarah B
As someone visiting India, the scale of this pilgrimage is incredible to read about. The logistics for a 45-day event with thousands of people daily must be immense. Kudos to the organizers and the devotees for their faith.
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Vikram M
The Magh Mela is a beautiful tradition. Taking a dip in the Sangam during this holy month is believed to wash away sins. It's good the facilities are in place. Hope the cleanliness of the river banks is also maintained throughout.

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