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• Vi users can watch live coverage including Shahi Snans, Akhara processions, and the Ganga Aarti, directly from Triveni Sangam, Prayagraj via the Vi Movies & TV App or Vi App, powered by Shemaroo

Chandigarh, January 13, 2025: The Maha Kumbh Mela, a once-in-12-years spiritual phenomenon spanning 156 km*, with 22 pontoon bridges, is being held from 13^thÌýJanuary to 26^thÌýFebruary, 2025 in Prayagraj, Uttar Pradesh. This massive event is expected to have a footfall of 40 crore pilgrims this year, making it one of the largest human gatherings.

To make The Maha Kumbh Mela accessible to all, leading telecom operatorÌýVi has partnered with Shemaroo to live-stream it on Vi Movies & TV.

Vi customers can experience the Shahi Snans onÌýMakar Sankranti (January 14), Mauni Amavasya (January 29), and Maha Shivratri (February 26), as saints and devotees take holy dips in the sacred waters. Users can also access exclusive recorded content, anchored tours of Akharas, cultural performances of folk music and devotional songs, as well as stories of the colossal infrastructure supporting millions of pilgrims. Special features include interviews with saints andÌýspiritual leaders;Ìýspecial features on Kalpvasis, and touching stories from first-time visitors.

This initiative underscores Viº£½ÇÖ±²¥ commitment to leverage technology for connecting people. With Tier 2 and Tier 3 cities driving 60% of new OTT viewership growth, fueled by the rising demand for local and spiritual content, Vi is ensuring that the Maha Kumbh Mela remains accessible to all. Devotees can embark on this spiritual journey onÌýthe Vi Movies & TV AppÌýOR Vi App under the Vi Movies & TV Tab, and live stream the content anytime, anywhere– powered by Shemaroo.

To provide an unparalleled experience to its users, Vi has significantly enhanced its 4G network all over India, byÌýadding 46,000 new sites and enhancing capacity of 58000+ sitesÌýresulting in superior connectivity across the country.ÌýAs highlighted in Opensignalº£½ÇÖ±²¥ November 2024 report, Viº£½ÇÖ±²¥ 4G network has emerged topÌýin key categories such as 4G live video experience, 4G download and upload speeds, and gaming performance across the country.

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