Uttar Pradesh: Maha Kumbh 2025 commences, 45 crore devotees expected to attend
PTC News Desk: Maha Kumbh Mela, the world's largest religious congregation, commenced on Monday in Uttar Pradesh's Prayagraj district as a huge influx of devotees are expected to attend.
Devotees from across the globe have gathered in Prayagraj, Uttar Pradesh, to take a holy dip at the sacred confluence of the Ganga, Yamuna, and the mystical Saraswati rivers at Triveni Sangam. The first major Shahi or Amrit Snan will get underway on Tuesday on the occasion of Makar Sankranti.
Welcoming the devotees to Prayagraj, Prime Minister Narendra Modi, in a post on X, said, "A very special day for crores of people who cherish Bharatiya values and culture! Maha Kumbh 2025 commences in Prayagraj, bringing together countless people in a sacred confluence of faith, devotion and culture. The Maha Kumbh embodies India’s timeless spiritual heritage and celebrates faith and harmony."
Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Aditynath also extended his wishes to devotees and said, "Greetings on Paush Purnima. The world's largest spiritual and cultural gathering 'Mahakumbh' is starting from today in the holy city of Prayagraj. All the revered saints, Kalpvasis and devotees who have come to experience unity in diversity, to meditate and take a holy bath at the confluence of faith and modernity are heartily welcomed. May Maa Ganga fulfil all your wishes. Best wishes for the inauguration and first bath of Maha Kumbh Prayagraj. Sanatan Pride-Maha Kumbh Festival," Yogi Aditynathm, who is leading the Maha Kumbh preparations."
- With inputs from agencies
