Prayagraj : Google has expressed admiration for the grandeur and spirituality of the Mahakumbh. In a significant policy shift, the tech giant has decided to integrate the temporary city of the Mahakumbh Mela area into its navigation system for the first time. An MoU has been signed between Google and the Mahakumbh Mela Authority to facilitate this initiative.
Under this agreement, Google will develop a specialized navigation system for the Mahakumbh, enabling devotees to easily locate various sites, Akharas, and prominent saints throughout the area. This innovative navigation feature is expected to launch in late November or early
MoU signed between Google and Mahakumbh Mela Authority regarding navigation
Google changes its policy given the grandeur of Mahakumbh
For the first time, Google integrates a temporary city for navigation
It will make ghats, temples, and other areas easily accessible
Devotees will start getting the benefit of the facility from the last week of November or the first week of December
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The Mahakumbh, the largest event of the Sanatan faith, has sparked curiosity not just in India but around the world, with many eager to participate in this grand gathering.
In simple terms, navigation refers to the detailed guidance provided for reaching a destination, which has evolved from asking for directions or using paper maps to the modern convenience of Google navigation. This tool not only presents comprehensive maps but also offers detailed instructions on when and where to turn.
While Google typically provides navigation for established cities globally, this marks its first venture into creating navigation for a temporary city, offering information about main roads, religious sites, ghats, Akhadas, and the locations of notable saints.
Additional Mela Adhikari Vivek Chaturvedi stated that while people gather in large numbers worldwide, Google has never previously allowed navigation for temporary events.
This marks the first time the company has revised its policy to include the Mahakumbh Mela area in its navigation map, recognizing the significance of the event and the vast crowds it attracts. With this agreement between Google and the Mela Authority, over 450 million domestic and international devotees attending the Mahakumbh in Prayagraj will benefit from this technology, enabling them to navigate to their destinations with ease.
Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath has underscored the importance of utilizing digital technology to enhance the experience of devotees during this grand event, and this initiative by the Mela Authority aligns with his vision. With Google Maps on their mobile devices, devotees will have comprehensive navigation assistance, allowing them to reach their desired locations without difficulty.
Whether they wish to visit Sangam Ghat, find a specific Akhara, or pay their respects at a temple, they will no longer need to ask for directions. Instead, they can easily locate their destinations through Google navigation on their phones, making it simpler to connect with prominent saints as well.
