(A pontoon bridge is a temporary bridge)
Prayagraj – Due to security reasons, the pontoon bridges are being suddenly closed in the Maha Kumbha. Due to the sudden closure of the bridges, devotees passing through that route are compelled to take other routes. Many devotees are still coming to Prayagraj. Since they have travel luggage, devotees have to carry that while going through other routes. Due to the large crowd, it is becoming difficult to carry luggage, especially for the elderly people. When the pontoon bridge is closed, Police guards are kept at both ends of the bridge and an announcement is made that the pontoon bridge is being closed, and instructions are given on which alternative bridge to use. However, as devotees have to walk a long distance through the crowd, arguments are taking place between the Police and the devotees.