Duty of admn to ensure safety, well-being of Kumbh visitors: Yogi

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Duty of admn to ensure safety, well-being of Kumbh visitors: Yogi

Wednesday, 01 January 2025 | PNS | Prayagraj

Highlighting that the safety and convenience of every pilgrim and tourist at Maha Kumbh is the government's foremost priority, Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath emphasised on Tuesday that it is the duty of the administration to ensure the well-being of everyone—whether they are Indians or foreigners, NRIs, or residents of Prayagraj—without any discrimination.

The chief minister stressed the need for further strengthening disaster management, cyber security, fire safety, ghat security, and emergency medical services during Maha Kumbh, adding that all security agencies must remain vigilant and active round the clock.

Underscoring the importance of enhanced intelligence measures, the chief minister directed the effective deployment of anti-drone systems and called for raising public awareness about cyber threats, including identifying and taking action against fake websites and apps exploiting the Maha Kumbh theme.

He also expressed concern over reports of fraudulent activities by anarchist groups or individuals collecting money in the name of Maha Kumbh. He instructed the police to identify and take strict action against those involved in such frauds.

Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath, during his visit to Prayagraj to review preparations for the Maha Kumbh, assessed the progress of work from all departments in detail.

He instructed the authorities to expedite the police verification of all street vendors, auto-rickshaw, and e-rickshaw drivers.

Additionally, he emphasised the need for systematic traffic management on all inter-district routes leading to Prayagraj.

The chief minister also stressed the importance of curbing fake news on social and digital media. He remarked that individuals opposed to Indian culture and tradition are spreading misinformation about the Maha Kumbh and called for a strong response to counter such propaganda.

Mela Adhikari Vijay Kiran Anand informed the chief minister that land allotment for revered Akharas, Mahamandaleshwar, Khalsa, Dandibara, Khakchowk, and other institutions has been completed, while the process for allotment to Prayagwal and other new institutions is ongoing. Necessary resources are being provided to meet their requirements.

Expressing satisfaction with the progress, the chief minister emphasised the importance of respecting the sentiments of Akharas, saints, and sadhus. He instructed officials to maintain regular communication with them to address their concerns.

Yogi directed construction of a new bathing ghat in the Arail area within three days. He also announced that approximately 550 shuttle buses would operate during the Maha Kumbh starting January 5, ensuring no driver or conductor works continuously for more than eight hours.

Additional provisions were instructed for the convenience of divyangjans, the elderly, and women.

Furthermore, the chief minister revealed plans for flower showers from helicopters on all six major bathing festivals and directed officials to finalise the necessary arrangements for the same.

Officials informed CM Yogi that preparations for the Maha Kumbh are progressing swiftly, with the entire police force and sanitation workers expected to be deployed in Prayagraj by January 3. Additionally, all doctors and paramedical staff have already been assigned.

Key infrastructure updates include completion of 28 pontoon bridges, 520 km of checkered roads, 610 signages, 494.30 km of DIP line for drinking water, 304 km of GIP line, 4,270 drinking water stand posts, over 176 km of drainage clearance, 54,700 streetlights, 173 km of HT line, 1,280 km of LT line, and 206 electricity substations.

For healthcare preparedness, 3,305 beds have been reserved in Swarooprani Nehru Hospital, Sapru (Bailey) Hospital, Motilal Nehru Hospital, Dufferin Hospital, and private hospitals.

A 1,200 sqm jetty has been constructed, all riverfront roads are ready, and 3,339 poles for thematic lighting, seven façade points, and more than 90,000 toilets have been installed, officials added.

The chief minister instructed officials to complete any remaining work within the stipulated time. To achieve the vision of a ‘Swachh Mahakumbh-Swachh Prayagraj’, he urged cooperation from the residents of Prayagraj, saints, and citizens.

He also directed officials to launch a campaign to ensure the city is entirely encroachment-free before the Maha Kumbh.

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