TEJAS Journal of Technologies and Humanitarian Science

Rhythm Singh
Mount Tabor High School, Winston Salem, North Carolina, USA

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Bineet Kumar Gupta
Shri Ramswaroop Memorial University, Barabanki, India 225003

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Satya Bhushan Verma
Department of Computer Science and Engineering, University of Lucknow, Lucknow

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Abstract:

The 2025 Maha Kumbh Mela in Prayagraj, India, witnessed unprecedented technological integration to manage an estimated 450 million pilgrims over 45 days. This study examines the deployment of artificial intelligence (AI), Internet of Things (IoT), mobile applications, and advanced surveillance systems that transformed the world’s largest religious gathering into a model of modern crowd management. Analysis of government reports, peer-reviewed literature, and technical publications reveals significant outcomes: AI-powered facial recognition reduced missing person recovery time by 87%, IoT-enabled sanitation monitoring improved hygiene conditions by 64%, and integrated mobile applications provided real-time navigation and emergency services to more than 300 million users. The Uttar Pradesh government’s INR 4,200 crore (USD 570 million) investment not only ensured pilgrim safety but also established a sustainable framework for managing future mass gatherings. This case study demonstrates how advanced technologies can be harmonized with traditional practices, offering practical insights for large-scale event management, smart city planning, and public safety operations globally.

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