Mahakumbh: Railways set up holding areas at train stations for crowd management during final week

The Indian Railways established holding areas at various stations in preparation for the final week of the Mahakumbh in Prayagraj, Uttar Pradesh, urging passengers to follow official guidelines for smooth travel. Following a recent stampede in New Delhi, holding areas were set up in Northern Railway, North Central Railway, North Eastern Railway, and East Central Railway to control passenger flow and prevent overcrowding, with specific areas designated outside platforms for improved crowd management during peak hours and festivals. Additionally, massive holding areas were created in various stations by Northern Railway, North Eastern Railway, East Central Railway, and North Central Railway, aiming to enhance passenger safety and convenience while boarding trains in Prayagraj.

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