Anthony Thompson, who came from London to take a holy dip during the Maha Kumbh Mela, said that he is very "humbled and privileged" to be here and termed it an "extraordinary experience" for him.
The Maha Kumbh 2025 began on Monday, with 6 million devotees already taking a holy dip in the Sangam by 9:30 AM, according to the Uttar Pradesh government.
As the biggest spiritual gathering in the world begins on the auspicious occasion of Paush Purnima on Monday, devotees from across the world are making their way to India to participate in the Maha Kumbh Mela in Uttar Pradesh.
Traffic Police authorities have made elaborate arrangements and implemented a detailed plan to ensure smooth vehicular movement and safety for devotees visiting the Maha Kumbh Mela in Uttar Pradesh's Prayagraj, which begins Monday.
As the convenor of the State Level Bankers' Committee (SLBC), Uttar Pradesh, BoB is leveraging Maha Kumbh to promote digital payments, offer AI-driven customer support, and provide robust banking infrastructure.
The portrayal of the Aghori community by the artists captured the attention of locals and tourists alike with its depiction of spiritual and cultural significance.
While speaking at the event, Adityanath said that those who have a "narrow" view of Sanatan Dharma and claim that there is discrimination on the basis of caste should witness the Maha Kumbh Mela where people from all walks of life bathe in the holy Sangam.
The Uttar Pradesh government has extended invitations to artists from across the country to perform at the Maha Kumbh Mela 2025, one of the largest spiritual gatherings in the world.
Pascal, a French woman who has come to attend Kumbh said, " ...I am very happy to be here, I know the story of the Kumbh Mela...this is a holy place to purify the soul. I also get to meet so many Yogis, Sadhus and Hindu people. I am fond of Hinduism and believe in Shiva..."
As per an official release, the Minister expressed his satisfaction with the ongoing efforts and congratulated the team for their commitment to enriching the experience of the devotees attending the mega event.
Devotees have started pouring in at the banks of Triveni Sangam here where the Maha Kumbh Mela is set to take place from January 13 to February 26. In a unique blend of tradition and technology, many are seen using video calls to share the divine experience with their elderly relatives wh