Kumbhathon 2015:
Digital First Kumbh Mela

Kumbhathon 2015 marked a pivotal step toward integrating cutting-edge digital innovation into the traditional Kumbh Mela, one of the world’s largest religious and cultural gatherings. The initiative aimed to address challenges like crowd management, waste disposal, and healthcare through technology-driven solutions. By leveraging IoT, mobile applications, and advanced data analytics, the event successfully demonstrated how digital tools can enhance the experience for millions of pilgrims while ensuring safety, efficiency, and sustainability. Learn more about this transformative approach on the official Kumbhathon website.

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Kumbh 2015 Innovations

Ashioto - Foot Mat Crowd Monitoring: Foot traffic monitoring mats for real-time data on crowd density, helping to prevent overcrowding.
Pop-up Housing: Temporary housing kits made from pallet racks, designed for quick setup and low-cost shelter during large gatherings.
Wiki Nashik: Enhanced Nashik’s presence on Wikipedia, improving information for visitors with updated visuals and content.
Track Nashik: Real-time dynamic maps for route updates and crowd management, including special zones like no-vehicle and emergency routes.
3D Maps: Digital 3D maps offering customizable navigation info, helping visitors locate places and access event-specific details.
Annadan: Platform connecting surplus food to the needy, reducing waste and empowering women through employment in food distribution.
Medi-Tracker: A real-time medical application showing locations of hospitals, bed availability, and providing first aid guidance.
Epimetrics: Real-time disease monitoring system for tracking health trends, predicting outbreaks, and guiding targeted interventions.
Kumbh Sahayak IVR: Interactive voice response helpline in multiple languages, providing info on emergencies, hotels, and event dates.
Crowd Steering using Mobile Data: Uses mobile device data to monitor crowd distribution, aiding authorities in managing congestion and transport.
Digital Lost & Found: A system for tracking and managing lost items or people, assisting in reunifications and improving visitor experience.
Smart Parking System: Automated parking management solution providing real-time updates on parking availability, reducing traffic congestion.

What We Have Achieved Together in 2015

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