Mahakumbh Mela 2025: From security drills to grand processions – Here’s how Prayagraj is welcoming Sadhus, tourists | In pics

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Prayagraj: Sadhus of Shree Mahanirvani Akhada take part in the Chavni Pravesh, the royal entry procession for the Maha Kumbh Mela, towards Sangam in Uttar Pradesh. (PTI Photo)

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Prayagraj: Artists perform during the Chavni Pravesh by sadhus of Shree Mahanirvani Akhada, the royal entry procession for the Maha Kumbh Mela, at Sangam in Uttar Pradesh. (PTI Photo)

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Prayagraj: The Mahant of Agni Akhara performs evening puja ahead of the Maha Kumbh Mela at Sangam in Uttar Pradesh. (PTI Photo)

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Prayagraj: Sadhus participate in a procession at Sangam ahead of the Maha Kumbh Mela. (PTI Photo)

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Prayagraj: NSG commandos patrol at Sangam ahead of the Maha Kumbh Mela. (PTI Photo)

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Prayagraj: Devotees take a holy dip at Sangam ahead of the Maha Kumbh Mela. (PTI Photo)

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Prayagraj: Priests perform Ganga Aarti on a cold winter evening at Dashashwamedh Ghat. (PTI Photo)