Prayagraj: The great relegious event Kumbh Mela 2019 at Prayagraj commenced on January 15. A large volume of the Hindu devotees from across the world have congregated at the confluence of the Ganges and Yamuna to take the holy dip.

The holy dip for Mela began at midnight today with the Shahi Snan on the auspicious day of Makar Sankranti. Sadhus belonging to 13 akhadas take a dip in the holy rivers along the banks of River Ganga. According to the norms, no one is allowed to enter the holy river before the akhadas finish their Shahi Snans.

UP Chief minister Yogi Adityanath-led government made proper arrangements for the guests. State government has left no stone unturned in ensuring that the Mela, that attracts lakhs of devotees from across the country and the globe, is equipped with modern facilities and security measures. From street art to top-of-the-line tents to over 1.22 lakh toilets, the Uttar Pradesh government has not left any stone unturned in order to make the religious event a big success.

The Mela was included in the list of “Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity" by UNESCO in 2017 commenced on January 15 and will go on till March 4.