Maha Kumbh 2025：印度利用区块链、NFT 和人工智能举办世界上最大规模的人类聚会

这场于 1 月 13 日开始、为期六周的宗教活动在 2025 年显得格外特别，不仅因为其精神意义，还因为每 144 年才发生一次的罕见天体连线。

The Maha Kumbh Mela, touted as the world’s largest human gathering, is set to leverage blockchain technology, non-fungible tokens (NFTs), and artificial intelligence (AI) for the 2025 edition. The six-week-long religious event, which started on January 13, is especially special in 2025 not only because of its spiritual significance but also due to the rare celestial alignment that occurs only once every 144 years.

Maha Kumbh Mela 被誉为世界上最大的人类聚会，2025 年将利用区块链技术、不可替代代币 (NFT) 和人工智能 (AI)。这场于 1 月 13 日开始、为期六周的宗教活动在 2025 年显得格外特别，不仅因为其精神意义，还因为每 144 年才发生一次的罕见天体连线。

With over 450 million pilgrims expected to attend the Maha Kumbh Mela, the occasion offers the Narendra Modi-led government a unique opportunity to amplify its ideological messaging and strengthen its political influence. The religious celebration comes at a time when the Asian powerhouse is committed to leveraging emerging technologies as a catalyst for economic growth. This high-profile gathering could be a powerful vehicle for promoting the government’s vision, particularly among the many Hindu devotees participating in the event.

预计将有超过 4.5 亿朝圣者参加大壶节，这一盛事为纳伦德拉·莫迪领导的政府提供了一个独特的机会，可以扩大其意识形态信息并加强其政治影响力。这次宗教庆祝活动正值亚洲强国致力于利用新兴技术作为经济增长的催化剂之际。这次备受瞩目的集会可能成为促进政府愿景的有力工具，特别是在参与该活动的许多印度教信徒中。

“Maha Kumbh 2025 is set to be a divine and digitally advanced event, reflecting the seamless integration of spirituality and technology,” the Ministry of Culture stated.

文化部表示：“2025年大壶节将是一场神圣的、数字化的先进活动，体现灵性与技术的无缝融合。”

Here's how blockchain, NFTs and AI are being used at the Maha Kumbh Mela 2025 for a unique pilgrim experience.

以下是 2025 年大壶节如何使用区块链、NFT 和人工智能来打造独特的朝圣体验。

Indian Railways has partnered with Chaincode Consulting, a blockchain solutions company, to introduce NFTs for the Maha Kumbh 2025. This digital initiative is expected to provide an improved experience for attendees. With the support of Chaincode Consulting, Indian Railways is implementing a unique NFT platform designed to offer exclusive digital collectibles, access credentials, and capture moments tied to the Maha Kumbh pilgrimage. Each NFT will function as a secure, verifiable digital asset, enhancing the user experience while preserving the cultural importance of the event. This platform offers a seamless and modern way for participants to engage with the pilgrimage’s rich heritage through cutting-edge technology.

印度铁路公司与区块链解决方案公司 Chaincode Consulting 合作，为 Maha Kumbh 2025 引入 NFT。这一数字举措预计将为与会者提供更好的体验。在 Chaincode Consulting 的支持下，印度铁路公司正在实施一个独特的 NFT 平台，旨在提供独家数字收藏品、访问凭证并捕捉与 Maha Kumbh 朝圣相关的时刻。每个 NFT 将作为一种安全、可验证的数字资产，增强用户体验，同时保留活动的文化重要性。该平台为参与者提供了一种无缝且现代的方式，通过尖端技术来接触朝圣的丰富遗产。

“This initiative represents a significant step towards the convergence of traditional practices and modern technology, making the Maha Kumbh experience accessible to a global audience while staying true to its spiritual roots,” said Sharat Chandra, founder of EmpowerEdge Ventures and advisor to Chaincode Consulting.

EmpowerEdge Ventures 创始人兼 Chaincode Consulting 顾问沙拉特·钱德拉 (Sharat Chandra) 表示：“这一举措代表着传统做法与现代技术融合的重要一步，让全球观众能够体验 Maha Kumbh 体验，同时忠于其精神根源。”

Okto Wallet, a separate self-custody crypto wallet, has partnered with Chaincode to provide NFT-based tickets. This initiative enables millions of Indian Railways passengers to receive personalized NFT versions of their tickets for tent city booking and train journeys, stored securely in the Okto Wallet, the company said in an emailed statement. These NFTs are expected to serve as unique digital mementos of the journey and unlock exclusive discounts at the Maha Kumbh Mela, including savings on tent accommodations and other loyalty benefits.

Okto Wallet 是一个独立的自助加密钱包，已与 Chaincode 合作提供基于 NFT 的门票。该公司在一份电子邮件声明中表示，这一举措使数百万印度铁路乘客能够收到个性化的 NFT 版本的帐篷城市预订和火车旅行门票，并安全地存储在 Okto 钱包中。这些 NFT 预计将作为旅程的独特数字纪念品，并在 Maha Kumbh Mela 解锁独家折扣，包括帐篷住宿费用节省和其他忠诚度福利。

“Blockchain is revolutionizing various industries by delivering unmatched trust, transparency, and security. By integrating blockchain technology and NFTs, we aim to redefine how travelers interact with their journeys and create meaningful, lasting memories. We see this as the start of a wave of blockchain-driven solutions that will simplify processes and build trust across global financial ecosystems,” said Alok Gupta, CEO of Chaincode.

“区块链通过提供无与伦比的信任、透明度和安全性正在彻底改变各个行业。通过整合区块链技术和 NFT，我们的目标是重新定义旅行者如何与其旅程互动，并创造有意义、持久的记忆。我们认为这是区块链驱动解决方案浪潮的开始，它将简化流程并在全球金融生态系统中建立信任。”Chaincode 首席执行官 Alok Gupta 表示。

“Web3, at its core, is meant for everyday users, and what better platform to introduce it on this scale than the Maha Kumbh? With 450 million pilgrims expected, this is the perfect opportunity to showcase the power of Web3,” Rohit Jain, head of decentralized finance initiatives at Okto and digital asset exchange CoinDCX, said.

“Web3 的核心是面向日常用户，还有什么平台比 Maha Kumbh 更好的平台来介绍它呢？预计将有 4.5 亿朝圣者，这是展示 Web3 力量的绝佳机会，”Okto 和数字资产交易所 CoinDCX 去中心化金融计划负责人 Rohit Jain 表示。

“Through this partnership with Chaincode, we’re not just offering NFTs; we’re empowering travelers to personalize their experiences in ways never seen before. This is a milestone moment for Web3 adoption, and we’re thrilled to make it accessible, impactful, and meaningful for everyone,” Jain added.

“通过与 Chaincode 的合作，我们不仅提供 NFT，还提供 NFT。我们正在帮助旅行者以前所未有的方式个性化他们的体验。这是 Web3 采用的一个里程碑时刻，我们很高兴能让每个人都能使用它、产生影响力且有意义，”Jain 补充道。

In July 2024, CoinDCX, India’s first digital currency unicorn, listed the BSV token for trading on its platform, allowing users to have more ways to buy, sell, and trade BSV. With CoinDCX’s close to 15 million registered users, the listing marks a significant expansion into the Indian market for BSV and demonstrates its potential and possibility in the region.

2024 年 7 月，印度首家数字货币独角兽 CoinDCX 在其平台上上线 BSV 代币交易，让用户有更多方式购买、出售和交易 BSV。 CoinDCX 拥有近 1500 万注册用户，此次上市标志着 BSV 向印度市场的重大扩张，并展示了其在该地区的潜力和可能性。

At the festival city of Prayagraj in northern India, AI-powered cameras have been introduced at the world’s largest cultural event, along with drones, anti-drones, and tethered drones strategically deployed to enhance surveillance. For the first time, high-tech lost and found registration centers are established in association with the state police department. These centers aim to reunite lost pilgrims with their families through the digital registration of missing individuals.

在印度北部的节日城市普拉亚格拉吉，世界上最大的文化活动中引入了人工智能摄像头，并战略部署了无人机、反无人机和系留无人机来加强监视。首次与州警察局联合建立高科技失物招领登记中心。这些中心旨在通过失踪人员的数字登记，让失踪的朝圣者与家人团聚。

“From high-tech security measures to digital land allotments and immersive virtual reality experiences, Maha Kumbh 2025 is redefining the way devotees connect with their faith and the event’s rich cultural heritage. With comprehensive preparations spanning infrastructure, safety, and digital services, the Maha Kumbh is poised to become a model of harmony between tradition and technology,” according to the Culture Ministry.

“从高科技安全措施到数字土地分配和沉浸式虚拟现实体验，Maha Kumbh 2025 正在重新定义信徒与他们的信仰和活动丰富的文化遗产联系的方式。通过基础设施、安全和数字服务等方面的全面准备，大壶节有望成为传统与技术和谐的典范。”文化部表示。