Maha Kumbh Mela Viewed from Space: Images Released by ISRO

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Maha Kumbh Mela Viewed from Space: Images Released by ISRO


The visuals depict extensive infrastructure constructed for the Maha Kumbh Mela in Prayagraj, where an estimated 400 million attendees are anticipated over a span of 45 days. 


India's space organization has transmitted images captured by Indian satellites of the ongoing Maha Kumbh Mela, regarded as the largest religious gathering globally, taking place in Prayagraj, Uttar Pradesh. 


The images from the Indian Space Research Organization (ISRO) reveal substantial facilities established for the event, catering to nearly 400 million visitors expected over the 45-day period. 


Utilizing advanced optical satellites and radar systems capable of day-and-night imaging, the National Remote Sensing Center in Hyderabad obtained a collection of images illustrating the extensive preparations for the Maha Kumbh Mela. According to Dr. Prakash Chauhan, the Director of NRSC, they employed the radar technology since it enables imaging even through cloud coverage around Prayagraj.


Sequential images from EOS-04 (RISAT-1A) microwave satellite, taken on September 15, 2023, and December 29, 2024, showcase the detailed layout of the Tent City, including its structures, roads, and the network of pontoon bridges and associated facilities, all created for the Maha Kumbh Mela in 2025. 


The Uttar Pradesh administration is also leveraging these images to prevent disasters and manage crowd control during the Mela. The time series photos illustrate the Prayagraj Parade Ground, starting from before the Maha Kumbh's commencement on April 6, 2024, to significant infrastructure developments seen on December 22, 2024, culminating with the large crowd gathering captured on January 10, 2025.



Union Minister of State for Science and Technology, Jitendra Singh, emphasized that these advanced technologies mark a significant transformation in handling large-scale religious events. He noted that the Maha Kumbh Mela exemplifies how technology can merge with tradition to foster a cleaner and healthier future for all. Approximately 26 hectares of land have been reclaimed, and around 12 kilometers of new bathing ghats have been constructed for the Maha Kumbh Mela.

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