Tragic Stampede at Sangam: A stampede during Maha Kumbh led to 30 deaths and 60 injuries, causing widespread concern.
Immediate Response: CM Yogi Adityanath held a high-level meeting and issued strict crowd control guidelines post-incident.
No-Vehicle Zone: The entire Maha Kumbh area is now a No-Vehicle Zone to reduce congestion and ensure smoother movement.
VVIP Passes Canceled: Special passes for VIPs have been revoked to prevent vehicle entry and prioritize safety.
One-Way Traffic System: A one-way traffic flow has been implemented to prevent overcrowding and ensure efficient crowd movement.
Vehicle Restrictions: Vehicles from neighboring districts are now being stopped at borders to alleviate congestion in Prayagraj.
Experienced Officials Deployed: Ashish Goyal and Bhanu Goswami, Kumbh 2019 veterans, are leading the efforts to improve arrangements.
Banned Four-Wheeler Entry: The entry of four-wheelers into Prayagraj has been completely banned until February 4th.
High-Level Review: CM Yogi has directed a thorough review of the Kumbh arrangements, focusing on security and public convenience.
Compensation and Judicial Inquiry: A Rs 25 lakh compensation was announced for victims' families, and a judicial commission has been set up to investigate the stampede's causes.