Union Minister Nitin Gadkari and Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath reviewed the progress of critical road infrastructure projects in the state, particularly those aimed at facilitating Maha Kumbh scheduled to begin in Prayagraj next month. The review covered multiple projects, including the widening of the 63.17-km Raebareli-Prayagraj national highway, the construction of four-lane bypasses at four locations, a 7.6-km segment of the Prayagraj Inner Ring Road, and the development of a six-lane bridge parallel to an existing one over the Ganga river at Phaphamau.
The Maha Kumbh Mela will be held at Prayagraj from January 13 to February 26. The world’s largest religious congregation is expected to see a footfall of more than 43 crore pilgrims this time, according to official estimates. Both leaders emphasised the timely completion of all ongoing works, instructing officials to ensure their readiness by December 25 this year, with strict adherence to quality and safety standards.
Describing the Maha Kumbh as a confluence of India’s religious, cultural and social heritage, Yogi Adityanath directed officials to install CCTV cameras, streetlights and safety mechanisms along the key highways. UP chief minister said additional facilities like ambulances, recovery vehicles, patrolling units and medical-and-traffic-assistance posts should also be prioritised.
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