​Opposition leaders and left-wing thinkers may not have been impressed by the recently concluded Maha Kumbh Mela, but the successful conclusion of this event in Prayagraj has not only enhanced the stature of Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath but also demonstrated India's ability to blend tradition with modernity.

A few days ago, at a classical music event in South India, a scholar asked me, "What is the current state of the Agra Gharana, and who is preserving it?" My answer was burdened with ignorance and helplessness. This question points to a significant concern - how Hindustani classical music, especially the Agra Gharana, is being neglected in modern times.

The sacred temples of Braj, once vibrant with the divine strains of Dhrupad and Haveli Sangeet, now echo with a different tune. The soulful melodies that celebrated Lord Krishna's love have been largely drowned out by the blare of loudspeakers churning out Bollywood-inspired folk music. The purity of Haveli Sangeet, a devotional art form deeply intertwined with the region's spiritual heritage, has been replaced by a cacophony of commercialized sounds.

At the Maha Kumbh, millions of devotees are taking the holy dip at the Triveni Sangam in Prayagraj. Meanwhile, various exhibition pavilions at the fair are witnessing a continuous stream of literature, culture, and knowledge.

National Agricultural Cooperative Marketing Federation of India i.e. NAFED, distributes wheat flour, pulses, rice, and other essential items at subsidized rates in Maha Kumbh.

A large-scale arrangement for clean and pure drinking water has been made for millions of pilgrims coming from across the country and abroad at the Maha Kumbh. A total of 233 Water ATMs have been installed in the Mela area, which are operational 24 hours a day without any interruptions.

The Ayush OPDs, clinics, stalls and sessions are emerging as key attractions for devotees, pilgrims and visitors at the Maha Kumbh. Over 1.21 lakh devotees have availed Ayush services at these facilities.

The Maha Kumbh festival stands as a testament to the grandeur and spiritual vibrancy of India. A total number of 45 crore devotees are expected in the Maha Kumbh Mela 2025.

The Akharas at the Maha Kumbh have long been the heart of the event, representing various traditions and sects of Sanatan Dharma.

A special celebration of the 76th Republic Day was held during the ongoing Maha Kumbh 2025, in the holy city of Prayagraj.