Maha Shivratri 2021: First Shahi Snan of Mahakumbh held in Haridwar
On the occasion of Maha Shivratri, the first Shahi Snan of Mahakumbh in Haridwar was held on Thursday (March 11). Thousands of devotees took a holy dip in Ganga at Har Ki Pauri in Haridwar, Uttarakhand.
Mar 11, 2021, 23:23 PM IST
Maha Shivratri 2021: First 'Shahi Snan' of Haridwar Kumbh Mela today; CCTVs and drones deployed for surveillance
For today’s shahi snan, an elaborate security arrangement has been made to ensure the safety and security of devotees. As per reports, around 5000 security personnel, hundreds of CCTVs and drones have been deployed by the Haridwar Kumbh Mela administration for surveillance.
Mar 11, 2021, 08:40 AM IST
All urban local bodies in Uttarakhand’s Haridwar declared 'slaughterhouse-free' ahead of Kumbh Mela
The Uttarakhand government has issued an order declaring all urban local bodies in Haridwar “slaughterhouse-free” areas. The state government has also cancelled the licenses and clearances given to these slaughterhouses to operate in the past.
Mar 04, 2021, 11:47 AM IST
Kumbh Mela 2021: Uttarakhand government issues COVID-19 SOP for devotees, penal action against violators
The Uttarakhand government has made it mandatory for devotees to produce a negative report of RT-PCR test for COVID-19. The SOP also makes it compulsory for devotees to bring a medical fitness certificate and an e-pass or e-permit issued to them after registering on the Kumbh Mela web portal.
Mar 01, 2021, 18:34 PM IST
Kumbh Mela 2021: Indian Railways prepares for surge in passengers at Haridwar
Kumbh is not only a religious pilgrimage, but one of the largest mass gatherings at one place. The Kumbh meal is celebrated four times over a course of 12 years and spans four locations namely Prayagraj, Haridwar, Ujjain and Nashik.
Mar 01, 2021, 09:31 AM IST
Kumbh Mela 2021: Visitors need to have Coronavirus negative report
With preparations are underway for Kumbh Mela 2021 to be held from 1st to 30th April in the holy city of Haridwar, the administration has decided that personnel posted on duty would be administered with COVID vaccine. It also stated that visitors need to have a COVID-19 negative report, issued not later than 72 hours.
Feb 19, 2021, 07:52 AM IST
Kumbh Mela 2021 limited to 30 days amid coronavirus scare, will begin on April 1
Due to the coronavirus crisis, the Uttarakhand government has decided to limit the Kumbh this year for 30 days. The government will issue the notice by the end of March stating that this time Kumbh will be held from April 1 to April 30.
Feb 18, 2021, 09:56 AM IST
Centre issues guidelines for Kumbh Mela 2021 in Haridwar; see details
As per the SOP, all devotees desirous of attending the mela must register with Uttarakhand government. They also have to obtain a compulsory medical certificate from Community health centre or district hospital or medical college in their states.
Jan 24, 2021, 18:47 PM IST
Kumbh Mela 2021: NSG commandos to be deployed for safety, says Uttarakhand police
NSG commandos will be deployed for safety during the Haridwar Kumbh Mela 2021. The state police chief has said two NSG teams will be deployed during the Kumbh Mela.
Jan 14, 2021, 09:41 AM IST
Kumbh Mela 2021: Important dates, venue, Shahi Snan, Ganga Snan other details
Kumbh Mela 2021 will begin in Haridwar on January 14 and there will be 4 Shahi Snan and 6 major baths on Kumbh.
Jan 05, 2021, 08:48 AM IST
Delhi-NCR to face major 'water-crisis', Ganga Canal closed for repairs
It is to be noted that the Ganga canal has been closed in view of the preparations for Kumbh Mela 2021 at Haridwar.
Oct 16, 2020, 09:21 AM IST
Kumbh Mela preparations: Water supply in NCR, irrigation in western UP to be affected; here's why
The Ganga canal (Gang Nahar) will remain closed for a month in view of the preparations for Kumbh Mela at Haridwar.
Oct 15, 2020, 18:47 PM IST
