Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw announced on Dec 8, that Indian Railways would operate around 13,000 trains, to accommodate the influx of devotees attending the upcoming Maha Kumbh Mela.

Prayagraj preps for Maha Kumbh; Ashwini Vaishnaw announces 13,000 trains for devotees

The Maha Kumbh will begin on January 13, coinciding with Paush Purnima, and conclude on February 26, marking Mahashivratri.

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