Prayagraj, Jan. 31 -- A fire broke out in Sector 22 of the Mahakumbh Mela area on Thursday, January 30, engulfing several tents in flames. Fire brigade teams rushed to the scene and are actively working to control the blaze.
While the fire has caused significant damage, there were no casualties, as the affected area was unoccupied at the time.
Senior officials have arrived at the site to assess the situation, but the cause of the fire remains unclear. Authorities have assured devotees that safety measures are in place and that efforts are being made to prevent further incidents.
This incident comes just a day after a tragic stampede on Mauni Amavasya, which resulted in the deaths of over 35-40 pilgrims. The large influx of devotees durin...