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The festival of faith, unity, and diversity, Maha Kumbh 2025 offering the world a glimpse into the magnificence of Indian culture and traditions.
On the auspicious occasion of Makar Sankranti, by 5:30 pm over 3.5 crore devotees participated in the first ‘Amrit Snan’ (holy bath) at the confluence of the Ganga, Yamuna, and Saraswati rivers (Sangam), during the Maha Kumbh 2025.
Chief Minister Uttar Pradesh, Yogi Adityanath informed in his social media post, highlighting the event as a symbol of faith, unity, and cultural diversity.
आस्था, समता और एकता के महासमागम ‘महाकुम्भ-2025, प्रयागराज’ में पावन ‘मकर संक्रांति’ के शुभ अवसर पर पवित्र संगम में आस्था की पवित्र डुबकी लगाने वाले सभी पूज्य संतगणों, कल्पवासियों व श्रद्धालुओं का हार्दिक अभिनंदन!
प्रथम अमृत स्नान पर्व पर आज 3.50 करोड़ से अधिक पूज्य संतों/श्र… pic.twitter.com/awRyDY5OkH
— Yogi Adityanath (@myogiadityanath) January 14, 2025
The event attracted not only Indian devotees but also international participants from countries like the United States, France, Israel, Iran, and Portugal, who were deeply moved by Indian culture and spirituality.
To ensure the safety and well-being of the attendees, the administration deployed over 50,000 security personnel, including police, paramilitary forces, and local security staff. Additionally, ‘Ganga Seva Doots’ (Ganga service volunteers) were stationed at the ghats to maintain cleanliness by promptly removing offerings and other materials from the river.
A notable addition to this year’s Kumbh was the celebration of Assam’s traditional festival, Bhogali Bihu, within the mela premises. Assamese saints and devotees conducted traditional dances, hymns, and distributed rice-based delicacies, showcasing the rich cultural heritage of Northeast India.
The Maha Kumbh also featured various cultural programmes, with artists and devotees from different states presenting traditional dances and music, reflecting India’s cultural diversity. The administration provided amenities such as free medical services, drinking water, and transportation to ensure a comfortable experience for all attendees.
The international participation and the grandeur of the event have significantly contributed to promoting India’s cultural heritage on a global platform, enhancing the nation’s cultural branding worldwide.
