Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Sunday reached the Prayagraj Kumbh Mela fire mishap site to review the situation. A massive fire broke out on Sunday in Sector 19 in Udasin Camp area at the Mahakumbh. Fire tenders were rushed to the spot and the blaze was brought under control.
“The fire broke out at 4.30 pm in sector 19 in the tent of Gita press. The fire spread to the nearby 10 tents. The police and administration team reached the spot. The fire has been extinguished. There is no information of any casualty. The situation is under control,” Prayagraj District Magistrate Ravindra Kumar said.
ADG Bhanu Bhaskar said that two to three cylinders had exploded in Sector 19 of the Mahakumbh Mela, leading to a massive fire in the camps. He mentioned that the fire had been brought under control and confirmed that everyone was safe, with no injuries reported. He also added that an investigation would be conducted.
The Maha Kumbh 2025 official X handle posted, “Very sad! The fire incident at Mahakumbh has shocked everyone. The administration is ensuring immediate relief and rescue operations. We pray Maa Ganga for everyone’s safety.”
The 45-day Maha Kumbh 2025 started on Paush Purnima on January 13. More than 7.72 crore people have taken the holy dip, according to official figures available till Saturday.