NEW DELHI: Following a stampede at the Maha Kumbh Mela that claimed 30 lives and left 60 others injured on Wednesday, the Uttar Pradesh government has enforced stringent measures in Prayagraj.
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The incident occurred when a large number of devotees, gathered for a holy dip on Mauni Amavasya, pushed against barricades in a bid to reach the Sangam nose area.
In response to the incident, the state government has implemented five key changes to ensure safety and prevent further incidents:
- Complete no-vehicle zone: All types of vehicles are strictly banned from entering the Maha Kumbh fair area.
VVIP passes cancelled : Special passes allowing vehicle entry have been revoked, removing exceptions.- One-way routes: A one-way traffic system has been set up to manage the flow of devotees.
- Vehicle entry restricted: Vehicles from nearby districts are being stopped at district borders to ease congestion.
- Strict restrictions until February 4: The entry of four-wheelers into the city is banned until February 4 to maintain order.