GUWAHATI: Around 8 lakh devotees and visitors flocked to the Kamakhya temple during Ambubachi Mahayog 2026, Assam Tourism stated on June 26, Friday, as the portals of the temple opened for the public. ALSO READ: Assam to Introduce Mandatory Driving Tests, Ban Cross-District Licence Applications: Transport Minister The Ambubachi Mahayog attracted 75 foreign devotees in…
GUWAHATI: As lakhs of devotees, sadhus and pilgrims converged on Nilachal Hill for the annual Ambubachi Mela, what was meant to be a spiritual journey often turned into a test of endurance amid traffic paralysis, overcrowding and apparent administrative shortcomings. ALSO READ: Proposal for Vegetarian-Only Meals in Kolkata Schools Sparks Mixed Response Authorities had claimed…
GUWAHATI: The Guwahati Municipal Corporation (GMC) has suspended two personnel and sought withdrawal of the attachment of a junior engineer over alleged dereliction of duty during Ambubachi Mahayog 2026. ALSO READ: Assam Announces Administrative Transfers and New Postings According to official orders, Abul Hussain, R/M, GMC, and Pradip Sarma, Assistant Executive Engineer, GMC, have been…
GUWAHATI: Devotees attending the Ambubachi Mela at Guwahati’s Kamakhya Temple are facing significant inconvenience due to inadequate civic arrangements, with public sanitation emerging as a major concern at the pilgrimage site. ALSO READ: Japan PM’s Guwahati Visit Unlikely, Summit May Shift to Delhi: Reports Public toilets in and around the temple premises are reportedly in…
GUWAHATI: Thousands of devotees from different parts of the country have arrived in Guwahati for the annual Ambubachi Mela, with the Bhootnath cremation ground witnessing a massive gathering of pilgrims, including sadhus, tantriks, and aghoris, ahead of the closure of the Kamakhya Temple. ALSO READ: Hardeep Singh Puri Chairs Oil and Gas Strategy Meet in…
GUWAHATI: The Kamrup (Metro) district administration, Guwahati Traffic Police, and the Ambubachi Mahayog Management Committee on Thursday, June 18 announced a series of arrangements and advisories for the upcoming Ambubachi Mela 2026, aimed at ensuring smooth crowd management and the safety of lakhs of devotees expected to visit the Kamakhya Temple. ALSO READ: Footpath Near…
GUWAHATI: The Guwahati Traffic Police on Thursday, June 18, issued a detailed traffic advisory for the upcoming Ambubachi Mela 2026 to ensure the smooth movement of devotees, visitors and emergency services during the annual religious congregation at Maa Kamakhya Temple. ALSO READ: Ambubachi Mela 2026: Two Devotee Camps, 7 Help Desks and 24×7 Services Planned…
GUWAHATI: The district administration and Guwahati Traffic Police on Thursday, June 18 announced detailed arrangements and advisories for the upcoming Ambubachi Mela 2026 to ensure smooth management of devotees and visitors. ALSO READ: Assam Explores ₹2,272-Crore Semiconductor Ecosystem Project with JICA Support Addressing the media, Deputy Commissioner Swapneel Paul said two designated camps have been…
GUWAHATI: To facilitate the movement of pilgrims attending the Ambubachi Mela at Kamakhya Temple, the Northeast Frontier Railway (NFR) has announced several special train services between Kamakhya and different parts of North Bengal. ALSO READ: Assam to End Dialysis Coverage under Ayushman Scheme at Private Hospitals from July 1, Patients Voice Concerns According to NFR,…
GUWAHATI: The Kamakhya Temple will close its doors to devotees at 10:08 PM on June 22 as the annual Ambubachi Mela begins, and will reopen to the public on June 26 following the completion of the sacred rituals. ALSO READ: NCERT Restores Original ‘Dancing Girl’ Image in Class 9 Arts Textbook After Criticism The temple…
GUWAHATI: Preparations for the annual Ambubachi Mela at Kamakhya Dham have begun, with field inspections and implementation of various arrangements already underway, said Swapnil Paul, the District Commissioner of Kamrup (Metropolitan). ALSO READ: Woman Booked After Viral Video Shows Toddler on Lap While Driving in Guwahati Speaking to the media, Paul said the administration has finalized…
GUWAHATI: With barely a month left for the annual Ambubachi Mela, preparations are underway at the Kamakhya Temple in Guwahati for one of the biggest spiritual congregations in Northeast India. ALSO READ: Truck Falls Off Saraighat Bridge in Guwahati After Reported Driver Fatigue, Two Hospitalised The four-day religious festival will commence on the night of June…
