On the morning of February 7, 2025, a significant fire erupted at the Maha Kumbh Mela in Prayagraj, specifically in Sector 18 along Shankaracharya Marg. The blaze reportedly began at the ISKCON camp and fleetly spread to bordering canopies, performing in roughly 20 to 22 canopies being consumed by the dears. Prompt action by multiple fire tenders brought the situation under control, and fortunately, no casualties or burn injuries have been reported. The exact cause of the fire is presently under disquisition by the authorities.
The dears spread snappily, destroying several canopies and causing fear among the people present. Firefighters rushed to the spot and managed to bring the fire under control before it could spread further. Fortunately, there were no reports of injuries or loss of life.
The exact cause of the fire is still unknown, but officers suspect that it may have started due to an electrical short circuit or an open honey. Authorities are now fastening on perfecting fire safety measures to help analogous incidents in the future.
This incident follows a similar event last month, where a major fire, triggered by a cylinder blast, occurred in Sector 19 of the Maha Kumbh Mela. That blaze resulted in injuries to one person and the destruction of 18 tents. These consecutive incidents have raised concerns about fire safety measures during large-scale religious gatherings.
