Passengers travelling to the Maha Kumbh Mela, a Hindu festival and pilgrimage held once every 144 years, will experience a digital revolution as Indian Railways partners with blockchain firm Chaincode Consulting. On January 13, the Indian Railway Catering and Tourism Corporation (IRCTC) announced plans to digitize the spiritual journey through NFT-based tickets minted on the Polygon blockchain, utilising the NFTtrace platform for real-world asset traceability.
The Polygon blockchain was chosen for its faster throughput, low gas fees, and eco-friendly scalability. A dedicated portal will manage the NFT tickets, offering a seamless and innovative approach to ticketing. Alok Gupta, CEO, Chaincode Consulting, stated, “By partnering with IRCTC and leveraging the Polygon blockchain, we are enabling a digital-first experience that complements the spiritual significance of the Maha Kumbh while introducing a new level of engagement through NFTs.”
With approximately 1.2 million train…
