The Thematic Gates at Mahakumbh 2025 are set to be a grand spectacle, welcoming millions of devotees to the world's largest religious gathering. The Prayagraj Municipal Corporation (PMC) is planning to install attractive thematic street lighting in the shape of different motifs like a bow and arrow and a Kalash (a traditional pitcher) at main roads and key traffic intersections.
Places: 22-23 sectors will have these attractive gates
Types: Elephant gate, Conch gate, Kumbh Kalash gate etc
“Spiral lights will also be installed on the electric poles in the mela area. This time colorful lights will be installed on the poles in many areas. For this, currently, VIP Ghat, VIP Road and the areas around the market have been selected. In the coming time, it will be installed in new areas also. If this experiment is successful this time, it will be implemented on a larger scale in Mahakumbh 2025,” quoted Adhikari Dayanand Prasad (Magh Mela Adhikari).
Purpose:
This initiative aims to enhance the festive atmosphere and make the city roads better lit. The PMC has already begun efforts in this regard by inviting an expression of interest from interested firms.
This initiative is part of the larger effort to transform the Kumbh Mela experience from a traditional gathering to a digital experience.
Arrangements:
The proposed thematic streetlighting, facade lighting, 3D illuminated walls, light sculptures, and waterfalls with lights. As well as decorative high masts would be put up along a length of 30 km on these roads. Each street would sport a particular motif, adding to the visual appeal and festive spirit.
