While attending the Maha Kumbh Mela Mahotsav in Prayagraj, India, Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath declared that more than half of the world's followers of Sanatan Dharma, a branch of Hinduism, have taken a sacred bath at the Triveni Sangam. He expressed his dedication to upholding the tradition and grandeur of this event, which has already seen over 62 crore devotees participate, and praised the contributions of the KanchiKamakotiPeetha. The visit of Shankaracharya Sri Shankar VijayendraSaraswati and other esteemed saints added to the unity and powerful message of the event.
Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi took to social media to express his admiration for the Maha Kumbh, a 45-day religious festival that recently concluded in Prayagraj. In his post on X, PM Modi marveled at the unity displayed by the 140 crore countrymen who participated in the event, calling it a "Maha Yagya of unity." He also shared his personal reflections on the event and its significance in bringing together the diverse faiths of India.
The Maha Kumbh-2025 in Prayagraj, India, has become the largest human congregation ever recorded, with over 650 million devotees from 73 nations participating in the sacred event. The festival, which takes place once every 144 years, saw nearly 50% of India's population and over 60% of the country's Sanatani devotees taking a holy dip in the Triveni Sangam, the confluence of the holy rivers Ganga, Yamuna, and the invisible Saraswati. The event also provided a massive economic boost, contributing over Rs 3 lakh crore to Uttar Pradesh's economy.
On a day-long visit to Prayagraj, Union Home Minister Amit Shah joined in the Maha Kumbh celebrations by taking a holy dip at Triveni Sangam. He then proceeded to meet and offer prayers with several Hindu saints and seers in attendance. His schedule also includes visits to various ashrams and temples as well as meetings with religious leaders, showcasing the government's support for the longstanding tradition of the Maha Kumbh.
Union Minister Ramdas Athawale accuses Shiv Sena chief Uddhav Thackeray and Congress leader Rahul Gandhi of insulting the Hindu community by not attending the ongoing Mahakumbh in Prayagraj. The Minister suggests that Hindu voters must boycott these leaders for not participating in the important religious event, and criticizes their actions as hypocritical for seeking Hindu votes without showing support for Hindu traditions. He also highlights the successful turnout at the Mahakumbh and urges voters to send a message to these leaders through their votes.
The Triveni Sangam witnessed an unprecedented surge of faith and devotion on Tuesday, with over 5 crore devotees taking a holy dip on Mauni Amavasya at the ongoing Maha Kumbh in Prayagraj, India. This marks the highest single-day turnout at the festival so far, with a total of 20 crore people having taken the holy dip since the start. The UP government expects a turnout of 45 crore at the entire Maha Kumbh, with 10 crore participating on Mauni Amavasya alone.
Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath defends the water quality at the ongoing Maha Kumbh Mela in Prayagraj, attacking the Opposition for their false claims. He clarifies that the water is safe, as continuously monitored by the UP pollution control board. However, the Opposition, backed with a report from the Central Pollution Control Board, argues that the water has been contaminated and failed to meet the primary bathing standards. The debate continues.
In the wake of the tragic stampede at New Delhi Railway Station, the Indian Railways has announced plans to utilize artificial intelligence and create permanent holding areas at 60 railway stations throughout the country to better manage crowds. The decision comes after 18 lives were lost in a stampede caused by overcrowding during the Maha Kumbh Mela in Prayagraj. A special campaign has also been launched to address potential issues and gather input from passengers and station staff.
The ongoing Mahakumbh Mela, held at the sacred Triveni Sangam in Prayagraj, has witnessed more than 52 crore devotees taking a holy dip, making it the largest congregation in human history for a religious event. Speaking at a climate conclave, Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath stressed the importance of saving the environment and rejuvenating the rivers and their ecosystems. Officials have already taken steps to unify the three streams of the Ganga, making Triveni Sangam not just a river but a symbol of cultural and spiritual heritage as well as a crucial ecological system.
A tragic stampede at New Delhi Railway Station has resulted in the loss of 18 lives and left many more injured. The chaos was caused by an overwhelming number of passengers trying to board trains heading to the Maha Kumbh Mela in Prayagraj. A high-level inquiry has been ordered by the Ministry of Railways to investigate this unfortunate incident. The situation worsened with the delay of two other Prayagraj-bound trains, leading to a surge in panic and ultimately, a stampede.