Indian telecom infrastructure provider Indus Towers has deployed 180 towers in Prayagraj to enhance and augment connectivity during the Mahakumbh Mela 2025. The infrastructure company has partnered with the Uttar Pradesh State Government and the District Administration to ensure seamless connectivity for all pilgrims and residents of Prayagraj during the Mela, Indus Towers said in a statement on Tuesday.
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Permanent Towers and Mobile Solutions
These towers include 110 permanent towers aimed at providing long-term connectivity within the city of Prayagraj. Additionally, 70 Cell on Wheels (CoW) towers have been set up in critical areas within the Mahakumbh Mela grounds. Indus Towers said the entire project was completed by the end of December 2024, ensuring robust and reliable network coverage.
Tejinder Kalra, Chief Operating Officer at Indus Towers said, “As we prepare for the Mahakumbh Mela, we recognise the importance of uninterrupted connectivity for millions of devotees. Our partnership with the Mela Administration and Prayagraj district administration enables us to boost the city's telecom infrastructure and enhance the digital experience for the devotees to manoeuvre through the grounds of Prayagraj with seamless connectivity."
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Ensuring Long-Term Network
Indus emphasised that this digital infrastructure will not only ensure communication throughout the Mela but will also strengthen Prayagraj's network infrastructure in the long run.
The Kumbh Mela is the largest gathering of devotees from across the world. The Maha Kumbh Mela 2025 in Prayagraj will be held from January 13 to February 26, 2025.
