New Delhi, Feb. 26 -- Entry of all vehicles has been banned in Prayagraj as crowds have started to swell in the holy city to participate in the final 'snan' of the Maha Kumbh coinciding with the festival of Mahashivratri on February 26. These restrictions of no-vehicles in Maha Kumbh and Prayagraj have been imposed to ensure smooth crowd movement on the concluding day of Maha Kumbh. At least 2.5 crore pilgrims are expected to bathe in the Sangam area of Prayagraj on Mahashivratri.

February 26 marks both the concluding snan of the Maha Kumbh Mela and the festival of Mahashivratri.

While entry of all vehicles has been banned, those carrying essentials such as milk, vegetables, medicines will be exempted, according to an official statement...