The Maha Kumbh Mela 2025 in Prayagraj, Uttar Pradesh, has been a monumental event, setting multiple Guinness World Records and showcasing remarkable facets of faith and organization. Here are some of the most astonishing highlights:
The festival witnessed an unprecedented gathering, with over 660 million (66 crore) devotees participating in the holy dip at the Triveni Sangam, marking it as the world’s largest religious congregation.
On February 27, 2025, the Uttar Pradesh government set a Guinness World Record by organizing the largest synchronized sweeping drive. Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath, along with Deputy Chief Ministers Brajesh Pathak and KP Maurya, led the cleanliness initiative at Arail Ghat in Prayagraj.
A staggering 15,000 sanitation workers participated in the synchronized cleanliness drive, aiming to maintain hygiene and set a world record for the largest number of people sweeping the floor simultaneously across multiple venues.
To accommodate the massive influx of pilgrims, a temporary city spanning 4,000 hectares was established, featuring 150,000 tents and 450 kilometers of newly constructed roads. This infrastructure ensured seamless movement and lodging for visitors.
The event prioritized cleanliness by installing 150,000 toilets and urinals, monitored through a dedicated system. A team of 10,000 sanitation workers ensured the maintenance of these facilities, reflecting the commitment to hygiene.
Security was fortified with the deployment of approximately 40,000 police officers, supplemented by surveillance systems and assistance from various disaster response and armed forces. This comprehensive approach ensured the safety of all attendees.
The 2025 Maha Kumbh Mela was particularly special due to a unique celestial configuration that occurs once every 144 years, enhancing its spiritual significance and drawing an even larger number of devotees.
These remarkable achievements underscore the Maha Kumbh Mela 2025’s status as a historic and unparalleled confluence of faith, organization, and cultural heritage.
