Thousands of pilgrims braved cold weather to take holy dips in the Ganga River at the Sangam during the ongoing Magh Mela in Prayagraj. Devotees, including 'Kalpvasis' observing a month of penance, congregated amidst tents and devotional music. Security personnel maintained a close watch, with safety announcements broadcast. For the first time, a separate township has been established for pilgrims, featuring ten bathing ghats and nine pontoon bridges.