Prayagraj (UP): A fire broke out early Saturday morning in Uttar Pradesh’s Prayagraj, engulfing two parked vehicles near the main road leading to the Maha Kumbh Mela. The incident caused panic among locals and devotees visiting the area.
#WATCH | Uttar Pradesh: Fire broke out in 2 vehicles in Prayagraj. Several fire tenders at the spot to douse the fire. More details awaited pic.twitter.com/GsZmqphNBr
— ANI (@ANI) January 25, 2025
VIDEO | Fire broke out in two cars that were parked on the main road leading to Maha Kumbh Mela 2025. Drone visuals from Prayagraj.
(Full video available on PTI Videos – https://t.co/n147TvrpG7) pic.twitter.com/1SUWQg2VNo
— Press Trust of India (@PTI_News) January 25, 2025
Prayagraj, Uttar Pradesh: A fire broke out in the fair area, affecting two vehicles near Sector 2 on the main road. Four fire trucks quickly controlled the flames, and fortunately, there were no casualties pic.twitter.com/vFXvoixA5F
— IANS (@ians_india) January 25, 2025
Thick black smoke was seen rising from the vehicles, prompting authorities to dispatch several fire tenders to the scene. Firefighters managed to control the blaze without any casualties or injuries reported.
Fire Officer Vishal Yadav stated, “We received information about a fire in a Maruti Ertiga at around 6:30 AM. Six fire brigades and water tenders were deployed immediately, and the fire was brought under control. Thankfully, no one was harmed.”
#WATCH | Prayagraj, UP: Fire Officer Vishal Yadav says, “…Devotees are coming from far-flung areas and have parked their vehicles here. The fire broke out due to extreme heat. Fire engines have reached the spot and the fire has been controlled. The Ertiga car is completely… https://t.co/MCzvzobgIo pic.twitter.com/r4yykFzIWv
— ANI (@ANI) January 25, 2025
“The Ertiga car is completely burnt, and a Hyundai Venue car is partially damaged. The fire likely started due to extreme heat,” he added while speaking to ANI news agency.
Massive Fire Reported In Mahakumbh Mela Camp Site Recently
This incident follows a similar fire earlier this week on January 19, when flames broke out at the Kumbh Mela fairground’s Sector 19. That blaze gutted 18 camps, including those belonging to Gita Press.
Major incident at Mahakumbh 2025!
A massive fire broke out in a camp at Sector 19, Tulsi Marg. As per initial reports 20-25 gas cylinders exploded in succession.
Firefighting teams are on the spot. Relief operations underway.#MahaKumbhMela2025#Mahakumbh2025 #Prayagraj pic.twitter.com/PkA7KNmX3I
— VARNIT GUPTA (@varnit_news) January 19, 2025
प्रयागराज महाकुंभ में भीषण आग से टेंटों में रखे सिलेंडर बम की तरह ब्लास्ट हुए।
20 से 25 टेंट जल गए हैं। यह आग अखाड़े से आगे वाली सड़क पर लोहे के ब्रिज के नीचे आग लगी है। मौके पर फायर बिग्रेड रवाना हो गई है।#MahaKumbhMela2025 #MahaKumbh2025 #MahaKumbhMela2025 #fire pic.twitter.com/2UwFQEQ7L4
— Ajit Singh Rathi (@AjitSinghRathi) January 19, 2025
District Magistrate Ravindra Kumar shared details on the fire, saying, “The fire broke out at around 4:30 pm in Sector 19. It started in the tents of Gita Press and spread to nearby camps, affecting a total of 10 tents. Firefighting teams quickly controlled the situation, and no casualties were reported.”
Fire at #MahaKumbhMela2025 | Ravindra Kumar, DM, Prayagraj says, “The fire broke out at 4.30 pm in sector 19 in the tent of Gita press. The fire spread to the nearby 10 tents. The police and administration team reached the spot. The fire has been extinguished. There is no… pic.twitter.com/YTx4QjGMF6
— ANI (@ANI) January 19, 2025
Authorities are currently investigating both incidents to determine the causes and assess the extent of the damage. While no injuries were reported, the back-to-back fires have raised concerns about fire safety measures in place during the ongoing Maha Kumbh Mela, which draws massive crowds from across the country.
The Maha Kumbh Mela is one of the largest religious gatherings globally, with thousands of devotees travelling from far and wide to take part in the event. Parking areas near the venue have seen heavy congestion, with vehicles left exposed to extreme weather conditions.
Officials have urged attendees to follow safety protocols and avoid parking in overcrowded areas to prevent further mishaps. The Prayagraj administration is also reviewing fire safety protocols at the event to ensure the safety of participants and visitors.
