गंगासागर मेला | Makar Sankranti | Gangasagar Mela 2026 #short feed #gangasagar #shorts

गंगासागर मेला | Makar Sankranti | Gangasagar Mela 2026 | Gangasagar Yatra Makar Sankranti | Gangasagar Mela 2026 Gangasagar Yatra | गंगासागर मेला The Gangasagar Mela 2026 is currently underway on Sagar Island, West Bengal, marking one of the largest religious congregations in India. Dates and Key Events Mela Schedule: The fair is officially scheduled from January 8 to January 17, 2026. Makar Sankranti Holy Dip: The most auspicious time for the holy dip at the confluence of the Ganges and the Bay of Bengal is from the night of January 14 to the afternoon of January 15, 2026. Attendance: Authorities expect approximately 1.5 crore (15 million) pilgrims to participate this year. Security Measures: High-tech surveillance is in place with 1,200 CCTV cameras, drones, and "marine flares" for real-time monitoring and emergency signaling. Emergency Response: Specialized rescue drones are being utilized to save drowning pilgrims, and air ambulances are available for medical emergencies. Upcoming Bridge: The West Bengal government has announced a 5-km, 4-lane bridge worth ₹1,700 crores to connect Sagar Island to the mainland, expected to be completed within three years. #gangasagar2026 #gangasagarmela2026 #GANGASAGR #makarsankranti #makarsankranti2026