PRAYAGRAJ, Jan. 4 -- Railway authorities here on Sunday withdrew Mahakumbh-like restrictions at major railway stations in Prayagraj, after the Paush Purnima bathing festival of Magh Mela-2026 drew far fewer passengers than anticipated.

Divisional railway manager Amit Singh said the single-direction entry system at station premises has been lifted and vehicle access fully restored to ensure passenger convenience.

The restrictions at Prayagraj Junction, Subedarganj, Chheoki, Naini and Prayag stations have been removed. Passenger entry at Prayagraj Junction has resumed from both Civil Lines and City sides. Escalators and lifts that were shut earlier have also been made operational after crowd levels remained low in the morning hours, offic...