The Mahakumbh Mela in Prayagraj sees millions gather for the Amrit Snan, a spiritual ritual for purification and unity among devotees.

Maha Kumbh holds immense spiritual significance for devotees across the globe. Throughout the religious festival, certain bathing dates are considered especially sacred. Mauni Amavasya, on January 29,

A stampede-like situation has been reported in Prayagraj at the Maha Kumbh as thousands of thousands pilgrims visit the Triveni Sangam on the auspicious occasion of Mauni Amavasya. Several casualties are feared and many people have been injured.