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The 45-day Mahakumbh Mela 2025, celebrated as the largest gathering on Earth, commenced early Monday on the occasion of Paush Purnima. An estimated 1.5 crore (15 million) devotees are expected to take a holy dip at the Sangam, the sacred confluence of the Ganga, Yamuna, and the mythical Saraswati, under stringent security measures.

The Mahakumbh Mela will conclude on February 26, with significant bathing rituals (Shahi Snan) planned on January 14 (Makar Sankranti), January 29 (Mauni Amavasya), and February 3 (Basant Panchami).

Mahakumbh helpline number

In case a tourist needs any help or want any information related to Mahakumbh Mela, he or she can contact the Ministry of Tourism to a dedicated toll-free Tourist infoline number, ie 1800111363 or 1363.

The toll-free tourist infoline will operate in Hindi, English, and other national and international languages, reported the Mint.