Key Highlights
– Quick response from emergency services prevents casualties
– Fire contained successfully with minimal disruption to the gathering
– Official investigation launched to determine cause
In a testament to emergency preparedness, swift action by first responders prevented any injuries during a fire incident at the Maha Kumbh Mela in Prayagraj on January 19, 2025. The incident, triggered by the explosion of two gas cylinders, resulted in a fire that affected multiple tents in Sector 19 of the sprawling tent city.
Incident Details and Response
The fire, which began in the early hours, spread to approximately 20-25 tents in the vicinity. Thanks to pre-positioned fire trucks and well-trained emergency personnel at the venue, the situation was brought under control efficiently. Local authorities implemented immediate evacuation procedures for nearby areas as a precautionary measure.
महाकुंभ के टेंट में लगी आग,शास्त्री ब्रिज के नीचे स्थित टेंट में आग#MahaKumbh2025 #FireIncident #KumbhMela #BreakingNews #Mahakumbh #Fire #Prayagraj #fire_in_mahakumbh pic.twitter.com/c4SvKMJlIm
— News1India (@News1IndiaTweet) January 19, 2025
#WATCH | Fire at #MahaKumbhMela2025 | Prayagraj, UP: Maha Kumbh Mela DIG, Vaibhav Krishna says, “…The fire broke out in tents of Gita Press. There are no reports of any casualties. A survey is being conducted to ascertain the damage caused by the fire. The fire has been brought… pic.twitter.com/4J9lCyr6TU
— ANI (@ANI) January 19, 2025
VIDEO | Prayagraj: Drone visuals of fire that broke out under a railway bridge near Sector 19 in Maha Kumbh area.
(Full video available on PTI Videos – https://t.co/n147TvrpG7) pic.twitter.com/f1MqeGimWr
— Press Trust of India (@PTI_News) January 19, 2025
#WATCH | Fire at #MahaKumbhMela2025 | Prayagraj | UP minister AK Sharma says, “…I have met the officials and also the people in responsibility of Gita Press… I got the information that 3 cylinders were blasted and that led to the spread of the fire… The fire was brought… pic.twitter.com/yrDdgoF3Lk
— ANI (@ANI) January 19, 2025
Administrative Action
Recognizing the seriousness of the incident, Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath took prompt action by deploying senior officials to oversee the situation. The officials are coordinating with ground teams to ensure the safety and comfort of all attendees.
Official Communication
The Maha Kumbh’s official social media channels have been actively communicating with the public, expressing concern over the incident while reassuring visitors about the effectiveness of relief efforts. “Our priority remains the safety and well-being of all devotees,” stated the official communication.
Moving Forward
An investigation has been launched to determine the exact cause of the cylinder explosions. This incident has highlighted the importance of robust safety measures at large religious gatherings and the effectiveness of emergency response protocols.
The Maha Kumbh administration continues to monitor the situation closely while maintaining normal operations across other sectors of the massive gathering.
The Fire Incident In A Tent Under The Railway Bridge In Prayagraj Maha Kumbh Mela Area Exposes The Negligence Of The Administration And The Government. The Lack Of Security And Emergency Management Among Millions Of Devotees Is Worrying…🔥#MahaKumbhFire #MahaKumbh2025… pic.twitter.com/5z9hOVezAM
— Ashish Kushwaha (@AshiishKushwaha) January 19, 2025
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