Solo Trip to Maha Kumbh Mela Post-Feb 15 – Need Advice & Travel Buddy

I’m planning a solo trip to the Maha Kumbh Mela after February 15. After the Mela, I’ll either head to Varanasi for Kashi Vishwanath Darshan or catch an overnight bus back to Nagpur.

Concerns:

Where can I securely store my backpack near Arail Ghat during the snan? Are there cloakrooms or lockers? Is it safe to carry a camera, and are there storage options for valuables? If anyone’s traveling around the same dates, DM me we can plan together. Any tips for solo travelers would be appreciated. Thanks!