As the last day of the Mahakumbh concludes today, foreign devotees have also arrived to take a holy dip at the Triveni Sangam on the occasion of Mahashivratri.
President Droupadi Murmu extended her greetings to the nation on the occasion of Mahashivratri, praying for divine blessings and India's continued progress. She wished Mahadev's grace upon all citizens.
Devotees in large numbers continue to arrive at Triveni Sangam in Prayagraj on the last day of Maha Kumbh 2025, coinciding with Maha Shivratri. The world's largest religious gathering, which began on Paush Purnima (January 13), concludes today.
Acharya Mahamandaleshwar Swami Avdheshanand Giri Maharaj of Juna Akhara on Wednesday said that nearly half of India's population participated in the Maha Kumbh, showcasing India's civilisation and culture to the world.
Due to heavy crowds in Prayagraj, many devotees chose to visit Nashik, where they took a holy dip in the Godavari River (Nashik Gange) and offered prayers at the Shri Trimbakeshwar Jyotirlinga Temple on Mahashivratri.
Rajesh Dwivedi, SSP Maha Kumbh, on Wednesday, said that Prayagraj is witnessing a huge inflow of pilgrims participating in the last 'Snan' of the Maha Kumbh, coinciding with the auspicious occasion of Maha Shivaratri.
Several Akharas participated in the Maha Kumbh, including Niranjani Akhada, Ahwan Akhada, and Juna Akhada, the largest Akhada in the Sanyasi tradition.
Prayagraj District Magistrate Ravindra Kumar Mandar emphasised efforts to manage traffic and parking efficiently, ensuring a hassle-free experience for devotees.
The Indian Railways has undertaken special arrangements for Maha Shivaratri, planning to run more than 350 additional trains from Prayagraj to facilitate the return of pilgrims following the final Amrit Snan of Mahakumbh 2025 on February 26, said Indian Railway in a statement.