Prayagraj Mahakumbh Set to Break Four World Records

Prayagraj: The ongoing Mahakumbh in Prayagraj has created history by becoming the first event in the world where more than 50 crore people are direct participants. Over 50 crore 4 lakh devotees have taken a holy dip at the Triveni Sangam so far, with 90 lakh devotees taking the holy dip today till 6 pm at the confluence of the Ganges, Yamuna, and Saraswati rivers by Friday.

The Uttar Pradesh government said that this participation marks the largest congregation in human history for any religious, cultural, or social event.

The UP government noted that nations like the United States of America, Russia, Indonesia, Brazil, Pakistan, and Bangladesh all have smaller populations than those who have immersed themselves in the sacred waters at the Mahakumbh.

The festival is now gearing up for a series of world record attempts. Beginning February 14, the event will aim to break four Guinness World Records, with the fair administration fully prepared for these milestones.

Four World Records to be Set from February 14 to 17

• • February 14: 15,000 sanitation workers will clean a 10-kilometer stretch of the Sangam area.
  • February 15: 300 workers will conduct a large-scale cleaning operation in the river.
  • February 16: 1,000 e-rickshaws will be deployed along Triveni Marg.
  • February 17: A record will be set by collecting 10,000 handprints from participants.
  • Previous Records from 2019 Kumbh Mela

During the 2019 Kumbh Mela, three Guinness World Records were set, including the largest transportation system with over 500 shuttle buses, the biggest cleanliness drive with 10,000 sanitation workers, and the largest handprint collection, which recorded 7,500 handprints.

Mahakumbh to Conclude on February 26

The Mahakumbh 2025 will wrap up on February 26, coinciding with Maha Shivratri, which will feature the final royal bathing ritual. With millions already in attendance, it is anticipated that an additional 6 to 7 crore pilgrims will visit Prayagraj before the event concludes.