Inspired by the enterprise of boat operators during the 2019 Ardh Kumbh, a boatman’s family in UP’s Prayagraj took a bold entrepreneurial step during the recently concluded Mahakumbh Mela 2025 and scripted a 'success story' in terms of facilitating journey of pilgrims and earning in the process. Pintu Mahara got around 70 boats made to cater to devotees during the Mahakhumbh.