Author: ed. Mehrotra Rahul, Vera Felipe
Place: New Delhi
Publisher: Niyogi Books
Year: 2015
Pages: 449
ISBN: 978-93-85285-07-3
Source: Received from RMA
Sub-Subject: Mela
Keyword: Kumbh Mela
Shelf: C7R2
Accession No: B1438
Contents: Preamble Purpose Urbanism During the Kumbh Mela: January 14 to March 22 Deployment & Deconstruction Governance & Business Lessons Appendix
Abstract: The Kumbh Mela, the world’s largest religious gathering, transforms into a temporary megacity, serving millions of pilgrims with infrastructure like roads, bridges, tents, hospitals, and sanitation facilities. Hosting up to seven million people daily, with up to 20 million on peak days, the event’s urban-like setup is studied in depth by Harvard University researchers. Their analysis explores the Mela’s social, cultural, and governance dynamics, focusing on how its grid system fosters social inclusion, spiritual expression, and freedom. The research offers insights into the event’s planning, operation, and deconstruction, emphasizing lessons in governance, business, and social cohesion.