Prayagraj residents showcased remarkable hospitality during the Maha Kumbh, welcoming over 64 crore visitors despite enduring traffic jams, shortages, and daily disruptions. Local commuters, shopkeepers, professionals, and students adapted to the challenges with a helping hand and a smile, ensuring pilgrims had food, guidance, and medical aid, highlighting the town's enduring spirit and generosity.
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