Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 06:26pm on 26 Feb 2025,Wednesday India
The Maha Kumbh 2025 in Prayagraj concluded on February 26 with a record 66 crore attendees. Viral figures like Monalisa, a garland seller from Madhya Pradesh, and IIT Baba, an IIT Bombay graduate-turned-spiritual figure, captured social media attention. Tragedy struck with a January 29 stampede at the Sangam, killing 30, and an NDLS stampede on February 15 claiming 18 lives. Fires damaged camps, while water pollution raised concerns. Opposition leaders slammed the Uttar Pradesh government over safety failures. The final holy dip on Mahashivratri marked the event’s end, blending faith, controversy, and unexpected fame.
