Indian Railways Uses NFT Tickets for Kumbh Mela 2025
Indian Railways is adopting blockchain technology to introduce NFT tickets for the Maha Kumbh Mela, taking place every 144 years.
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It's the grand version of the Kumbh Mela, which takes place every 12 years.
The event, seen as a festival of festivals begins on January 13 2025 and will last till February 26, 2025, with an expected 400 million attendees, according to the Guardian.
2025 marks the 12th Kumbh Mela and a special celestial alignment of the sun, moon and Jupiter.
For participation, Indian Railways in collaboration with the Polygon blockchain, is offering digital tickets, which are designed to serve not just as travel passes but also as unique, collectable tokens.
Through the ticket management portal NFTtrace, travellers can manage and verify their NFTs.
According to the local media Pune News, Chaincode Consulting CEO Alok Gupta said:
By leveraging the Polygon blockchain, we’re offering a digital-first experience that honors the traditional significance of the MahaKumbh while introducing innovative engagement through NFTs.
This innovation aims to tackle issues such as ticket fraud and counterfeiting, providing a reliable and secure way for passengers to obtain their tickets. The shift to NFTs also supports environmental sustainability by reducing the need for paper tickets.
The NFT tickets for the Maha Kumbh Mela hold cultural value, representing a modern blend of technology with tradition. These tickets are not just for travel but will act as a memento of the event, celebrating its historical and spiritual significance.
This initiative is part of a broader effort by Indian Railways to enhance the passenger experience with digital services. Beyond the MahaKumbh Mela, there is potential for this blockchain-based ticketing system to expand to other major events and travel services in India.
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