5G revolution at Maha Kumbh: How operators ensured speed, reliability and real-time connectivity

The Maha Kumbh Mela in Prayagraj, Uttar Pradesh, was not just a spiritual gathering but also a massive stress test for India’s 5G network infrastructure. With over 66 crore attendees converging on the holy site between January 13 and February 26, the event posed unprecedented challenges for telecom operators. Amid this surge, Jio Infocomm and Swedish telecom giant Ericsson successfully handled 2 crore voice calls and 40 crore data service requests on peak days.

5G vs 4G at the Maha Kumbh

The event showed 5G’s clear superiority over 4G, despite…