A Sociological Investigation of Sanitation and Hygiene Concerns in Prayagraj District's Kumbh Mela

The Kumbh Mela is one of the biggest and most well-known religious events in the world, drawing millions of followers from different countries and serving as a global symbol. The event is ingrained in India's religious, spiritual, and cultural fabric and has been acknowledged by UNESCO as an Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity. This article draws attention to the Kumbh Mela's sanitary problems. It aims to explain how cleanliness affects devotees' health and examines the administrative measures taken to ensure sanitation throughout the Kumbh Mela, as there are significant hazards associated with this large-scale event. By creating a clean environment, sanitation promotes human health; nonetheless, poor sanitation poses a serious threat to the concept of a clean pilgrimage.