As the annual Magh Mela commenced on Saturday in Prayagraj, the government said that an estimated 31 lakh people took holy dip at the Sangam – the confluence of Ganga, Yamuna and mythical Saraswati rivers.
Magh Mela begins every year in the early hours of Paush Purnima, according to Hindu calendar.
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Prayagraj Divisional Commissioner Soumya said that by 7 pm Saturday, over 31 lakh devotees had completed the sacred bath at the Sangam, and the process was still ongoing, with expectations of crossing 35 lakh by the end of the auspicious period.
Robust and comprehensive security arrangements have been put in place to ensure the safety of pilgrims, the officer added.
Mela Superintendent of Police Neeraj Pandey said that more than 1,500 CCTV cameras are monitoring the city and fair area round the clock through a central command center.
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Security personnel equipped with modern tools are actively engaged in effective crowd management. Public address systems, watchtowers, and active water police patrolling at the ghats are ensuring smooth and orderly facilities for devotees.
Magh Mela begins in Prayagraj as over 31 lakh devotees take holy dip at Sangam amid tight security. (PTI) 
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