New Delhi, March 2025.
HFCL Limited (HFCL), a leading technology enterprise and provider of
integrated next-gen communication solutions successfully enabled robust connectivity at the
Maha Kumbh Mela 2025 in Prayagraj, supporting one of the world’s largest religious events,
with over 660 million pilgrims attending in 45 days. The solution was conceptualized and
offered in partnership with one of the leading operators who front-ended this mega
requirement at the world’s largest congregation of devotees.
Additionally, HFCL also offered top-of-the-line security infrastructure solutions in partnership
with a leading infrastructure provider. These deployments showcase HFCL’s expertise in
leveraging indigenous technology to deliver high-performance network solutions at scale.
The sheer scale of the Kumbh Mela presented significant challenges for telecom operators and
infrastructure providers, including network congestion in high-density zones, need for real-time
video monitoring and reliable backhaul infrastructure to support millions of connected devices.
HFCL’s fully homegrown solutions successfully addressed these challenges by deploying a
comprehensive network and surveillance system ensuring reliable connectivity, efficient crowd
management, and enhanced public security. Through the strategic deployment of Wi-Fi Access
Points, High Capacity Backhaul Radios, L2 Switches for the surveillance backbone, and a Video
Management System, HFCL created a secure and connected environment for this large-scale
event.
The network infrastructure successfully handled unprecedented peak data traffic ever seen at a
single spot per day, significantly offloading strain on cellular networks, and facilitating seamless
digital access for over lakhs of unique users daily.
To enhance connectivity, HFCL strategically deployed around 360 Wi-Fi hotspots, designed,
developed and manufactured entirely in India, reaffirming its commitment to “Make in India”.
This infrastructure upgrade enabled pilgrims and event personnels to access real-time
information and communicate effortlessly. Complementing this setup HFCL's High Capacity
Backhaul Radios, provided critical backhaul support, efficiently transferring data from mobile
networks (4G/5G) to the core infrastructure. This ensured high-speed internet access for users
and connected devices, including Wi-Fi hotspots, CCTV cameras, and mobile phones, even
during peak usage periods.
Security was a critical aspect of the event, and HFCL’s comprehensive surveillance
infrastructure played a vital role in maintaining safe and secure environment. The backbone of
L2 Switches (8-port and 24-port) deployed ensured seamless data transmission between CCTV
cameras and monitoring systems, while HFCL’s advanced Video Management System (VMS)
enabled real-time video monitoring for better crowd control and security management. This
ensured high-quality video streaming and recording, allowing authorities to respond proactively
to potential safety concerns.
Speaking about HFCL’s contribution to the event, Mahendra Nahata, Managing Director,
HFCL, said, “The Maha Kumbh 2025 tested the resilience of digital infrastructure like never
before and we are proud that HFCL’s indigenously developed solutions were not only able to
meet but exceed expectations. This deployment underscores our expertise in deploying large-
scale, high-density network solutions which was able to handle terabytes of data traffic
seamlessly while ensuring uninterrupted, high-speed connectivity and real time surveillance.
More importantly, this is a testament to India’s growing capability to develop world class
technology solutions under the ‘Make in India’ vision. This achievement sets a new benchmark
for HFCL in managing digital infrastructure at such mega-events.”
