Park+, India’s leading auto-tech super app, has set a new benchmark in smart parking management by successfully managing over 5 lakh vehicles at MahaKumbh 2025 in Prayagraj. The AI-powered smart parking system enabled pilgrims to discover, book, and prepay for parking spaces at over 30 government-approved parking zones near Arail Ghat, ensuring a seamless experience for visitors. This marks a first-of-its-kind initiative in Prayagraj, where FASTag-enabled payments allowed vehicle owners to pay without any human intervention, reducing congestion and enhancing efficiency.
AI-Driven Smart Parking Revolution
Park+ deployed its AI-powered Smart Parking Management System to optimize traffic flow, reduce wait times, and provide a hassle-free parking experience for pilgrims. The system achieved a 91% reduction in wait times, with 54% of payments facilitated through FASTag, minimizing cash transactions and ensuring a contactless and convenient process.
The largest open car parking space in India, managed by Park+, received maximum traffic from Delhi NCR, Maharashtra, and Madhya Pradesh, underscoring its national impact.
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Key Features of Park+ Smart Parking at MahaKumbh 2025
- Seamless Parking Experience: Pilgrims could discover, book, and prepay for secure parking spots via the Park+ app.
- Massive Parking Capacity: Over 30+ designated parking zones near Arail Ghat accommodated 5,00,000 vehicles, ensuring smooth operations.
- FASTag Payments: Enabled cashless transactions for cars, taxis, and buses, streamlining parking payments.
- AI-Powered Efficiency: Smart algorithms predicted parking patterns, monitored fill rates, and identified EV charging trends, ensuring optimal space utilization.
- Security & Convenience: 24×7 CCTV surveillance, on-ground security staff, and real-time monitoring enhanced safety.
- EV Charging Stations: Dedicated charging stations for two-wheelers, three-wheelers, and four-wheelers supported the growing demand for electric vehicles.
- Exclusive Fuel Benefits: A strategic partnership with Indian Oil provided discounted fuel under the “Prayagraj Ka Sabse Sasta Petrol” initiative for Park+ app users.
- Essential Amenities: The parking zones featured clean washrooms, F&B outlets, and medical assistance, ensuring a comfortable experience for visitors.
- On-Site Vehicle Maintenance: Dedicated service stalls ensured hassle-free journeys by addressing vehicle maintenance needs.
Transforming Pilgrim Travel with AI-Enabled Parking
Park+ has redefined large-scale parking management by integrating artificial intelligence, digital payments, and real-time analytics. This initiative at MahaKumbh 2025 showcases the future of smart urban mobility, where AI-powered systems efficiently handle high-traffic events, providing stress-free parking solutions for millions.
Commenting on the successful partnership with Kumbh Mela authority, Amit Lakhotia, Founder & CEO, Park+ said, “MahaKumbh 2025 will be remembered as a game changer event for religious gatherings in India. This time around, the planning, execution, and government support were phenomenal. 50 Cr+ pilgrims took the holy dip and we at Park+ broke all records by managing over 5 lakh+ vehicles in these 45 days. Our AI-powered systems were able to correctly predict parking patterns, parking fill rates, identify EV charging patterns, and ensure a superior parking experience. Additionally, our Park+ parking zones were equipped with- a 24×7 security setup, CCTV cameras, EV charging stations, medical support teams, and vehicle maintenance staff. We will continue to invest our energies in deploying our smart parking solutions at large-scale events to eliminate parking-related issues faced by vehicle owners.”
With over 5 lakh vehicles successfully managed, Park+ has demonstrated its capability to revolutionize parking infrastructure in India, setting the stage for future AI-driven mobility solutions at mass gatherings and urban centers nationwide.
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