PRAYAGRAJ, Nov. 23 -- After the success of the Prayagraj Mahakumbh 2025, the Magh Mela 2026 is expected to draw nearly 12 to 15 crore (120-150 million) pilgrims, chief minister Yogi Adityanath said as he reviewed preparations for the annual religious congregation here on Saturday.

The arrival of 20- 25 lakh pilgrims is likely daily during the nearly one-and-a-half month-long Magh Mela that will begin on the occasion of Paush Purnima on January 3 and conclude with the Mahashivratri snan on February 15, the chief minister said.

The fair will be spread across 800 hectares and divided into seven sectors, with 42 designated parking areas for visitors arriving through different routes.

The Magh Mela is held annually at Sangam, while the Maha...