PRAYAGRAJ, Oct. 3 -- As Prayagraj readies to host Mahakumbh-2025, the Prayagraj Municipal Corporation (PMC) has also decided to spruce up 20 localities that have been plagued by various civic problems for the past many years.

These localities will be spruced up and made 'Smart' before the start of the once-in-12 years, 45-day mega religious event, officials said.

"Continuous efforts are being made to provide better facilities to the locals and after these localities become smart, people will get convenience in all respects," said Chandramohan Garg, municipal commissioner.

PMC officials said that the 10 localities within the city and five each across the Ganga and Yamuna included are Daraganj, Allahpur, Salori, Shivkuti, Rasulabad, Gaug...