Blitz Bureau
NEW DELHI: As the Maha Kumbh began on January 13, Prime Minister Narendra Modi said this is a very special day for crores of people who cherish Bharatiya values and culture, and that the Maha Kumbh embodies India’s timeless spiritual heritage and celebrates faith and harmony.
Greeting the nation on the occasion of the Paush Purnima, PM Modi took to social media X to wish all pilgrims and tourists a wonderful stay in the Maha Kumbh area. “With the holy bath on Paush Purnima, the Maha Kumbh has begun on the holy land of Prayagraj from today. On this divine occasion related to our faith and culture, I salute and greet all the devotees from my heart. I wish that this huge festival of Indian spiritual tradition brings new energy and enthusiasm in the life of all of you.”
The PM said he was happy to see Prayagraj abuzz with countless people coming there, taking the holy dip and seeking blessings.
“A very special day for crores of people who cherish Bharatiya values and culture!,: he said.
“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,” the PM added in his post.
Devotees took a holy dip in Triveni Sangam — a scared confluence of rivers Ganga, Yamuna and ‘mystical’ Saraswati in Uttar Pradesh’s Prayagraj on January 13 morning as this day — Paush Purnima in the Hindu calendar — marks the beginning of the 45-day Maha Kumbh festival.
A huge crowd of devotees, many of who have travelled from across India and the world, performed the sacred ritual ‘Shahi Snan’.
Expected to host at least 45 crore people, the Maha Kumbh festival from January 13 to February 26, will showcase India’s rich cultural heritage and spiritual traditions.
Elaborate security arrangements have been made by the Uttar Police in and around the city to ensure people’s safety during Maha Kumbh. Several electric buses are being run for devotees. The Indian Railways has introduced 98 special trains to make 3,300 trips during the festival. For healthcare facilities, temporary hospitals equipped with surgical and diagnostic facilities are set up.
