#WATCH | Prayagraj, Uttar Pradesh: The fire that broke out in #MahaKumbhMela2025 has been brought under control pic.twitter.com/ECdae31X4Q
— ANI (@ANI) January 19, 2025
Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 05:06pm on 19 Jan 2025,Sunday India
A massive fire broke out in Sector 19 of the Maha Kumbh Mela in Prayagraj on Sunday, reportedly caused by a cylinder blast. The fire spread rapidly, engulfing 10 tents, including one belonging to Gita Press. Firefighters were immediately dispatched, and the blaze was brought under control with no reported casualties or injuries. Uttar Pradesh CM Yogi Adityanath visited the site, reviewed the situation, and assured safety measures. Authorities are surveying the property damage while prioritizing evacuation and public safety. The ongoing 45-day Maha Kumbh Mela started on January 13, drawing millions of devotees.
