For the auspicious occasion of Mauni Amavasya to be held on Wednesday, the Uttar Pradesh government has deployed over 1,000 medical personnel at the Mahakumbh Mela to ensure devotees’ safety and health. Under Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath’s direction, modern medical facilities, including provisions for minor to major surgeries, have been established in every sector of the fair, ranging from minor surgeries to major operations. In addition, 300 specialist doctors have been stationed at a super-specialty hospital in Mahakumbh Nagar, ready to handle any emergency situations. Over 2 lakh patients have already benefited from the OPD services at central and other hospitals, and more than 2.5 lakh pathology tests have been conducted so far. Dr. Gaurav Dubey, the Nodal Medical Officer for the Mahakumbh Mela, highlighted that devotees from across the country and abroad are availing health services in Mahakumbh Nagar. The state government, supported by the state-of-the-art medical facilities, has taken all necessary steps to ensure the safety and well-being of those attending the fair.
In addition to the official medical setups, saints from various temples, monasteries, and akharas are also assisting the devotees with medicines and health checks.
These saints are organizing camps offering a variety of health services, including Ayurvedic, homeopathic, and other medical consultations and treatments.