Assam government suspends issuing of VIP and car passes for Ambubachi Mela 2024
The Assam government has put a hold on issuing VIP and car passes for the upcoming Ambubachi Mela 2024 to manage the expected large number of devotees at Maa Kamakhya Temple. This move aims to facilitate smooth movement and effective crowd control during the event.
- Jun 19, 2024,
- Updated Jun 19, 2024, 9:49 PM IST
In anticipation of the upcoming Ambubachi Mela 2024 which draws lakhs of devotees annually to Maa Kamakhya Temple, the Assam government has announced the suspension of VIP passes for Maa Kamakhya Darshan and car passes from June 21 to June 30.
The decision, communicated through a notification from the District Commissioner of Kamrup Metropolitan District, aims to manage the influx of devotees expected during this significant religious event. The Ambubachi Mela, known for its spiritual significance and cultural fervor, attracts pilgrims from across the country.
District Commissioner Sumit Sattawan, IAS, emphasized that this step has been taken to ensure smooth facilitation of devotees and manage the crowd effectively during the Ambubachi Mela period. All concerned departments, organizations, and agencies have been instructed to adhere to this directive.