New Delhi, Feb. 27 -- The Maha Kumbh Mela-2025 in Prayagraj, which concluded on Mahashivratri, has likely contributed over Rs 3 lakh crore to the state's economy, as Uttar Pradesh progresses towards its target of becoming a $1 trillion economy.

On the final day of the Maha Kumbh, which started on January 13, Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath shared on social media that over 66.21 crore devotees had participated in the sacred bath at the confluence of the Ganga, Yamuna, and Saraswati rivers in Prayagraj during the festival.

According to industry leaders, the grand festival is estimated to have generated business of over Rs 3 lakh crore (about $360 billion) through goods and services, making it one of the biggest economic event...