Prayagraj Mahakumbh transforms boatman Pintu Mahara’s life with ₹30 crore earnings in just 45 Days
CM Yogi told the success story of the boatman family during the budget session in the assembly
Prayagraj: The Prayagraj Mahakumbh has been a symbol of religious faith and spirituality and a significant source of livelihood and business for millions. The grand event transformed countless lives, from auto drivers and food vendors to boatmen. Among these success stories, UP CM Yogi Adityanath highlighted the remarkable journey of a boatman family from Prayagraj during the assembly’s budget session.
Many success stories emerged in the 45-day spiritual confluence, but the one that stood out was that of Pintu Mahara, a boatman from the Arail area of Prayagraj, who earned ₹30 crores in 45 days. Pintu’s life took a dramatic turn with one bold decision. Anticipating a massive influx of devotees, he expanded his fleet from 60 to 130 boats ahead of the Mahakumbh.
His success is not an isolated case; the Mahakumbh brought prosperity to thousands of boatmen families, many of whom, after repaying their loans, are now leading comfortable lives as lakhpatis.
Pintu Mahara recalls operating a boat during the magnificent Kumbh, organized by the Yogi government in 2019. Based on that experience, he anticipated an even larger influx of devotees for this year’s Mahakumbh. With this foresight, he expanded his family’s fleet by purchasing 70 additional boats, bringing the total to 130. This strategic move proved highly rewarding, generating substantial earnings that secured his family’s future for generations.
For Pintu’s mother, Shuklavati Devi, the transformation is a blessing. Recalling the hardships after her husband’s demise, she said the Mahakumbh proved to be a saviour for the family.
The meticulously organized event by CM Yogi Adityanath and PM Modi attracted an unprecedented crowd to the Triveni Sangam and turned fortunes around for many like them.
