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The Maha Kumbh 2025 has officially begun, with millions of devotees already making their way to the holy Triveni Sangam in Prayagraj. By early morning, more than 6 million pilgrims have bathed in the sacred waters of the convergence of the Ganga, Yamuna and Saraswati river. This 45-day spiritual event is anticipated to bring a staggering 40 crore people, marking the onset of the largest human gatherings in the world.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath have both hailed the significance of the grand event, celebrating its crucial role in India’s spiritual heritage and promoting unity in diversity. The atmosphere in Prayagraj is filled with devotion as devotees take the Shahi Snan. Pilgrims were seen offering prayers and seeking blessings at this historical event. -
Devotees take a holy dip at Sangam during Maha Kumbh Mela 2025, in Prayagraj, Uttar Pradesh on January 13, 2024. (Photo source: PTI)
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Around 6 million devotees have already taken the holy dip in Sangam by 9:30 AM, as per data shared by the Uttar Pradesh government. (Photo source:PTI)
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A Sadhu or a Hindu holy man prays on the day devotees take a holy dip at Sangam in Prayagraj. (Photo source: Reuters)
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People leave the water after taking a holy dip at Sangam. (Photo source: Reuters).
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Devotees arrive at Sangam on the first day of Maha Kumbh Mela 2025, in Prayagraj, Uttar Pradesh, Monday. (Photo source: PTI)
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. Police officers patrol on horses as devotees gather at the river bank. (Photo source: Reuters)
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Devotees perform rituals on the banks as they pray on the first day of Maha Kumbh Mela 2025. (Photo source: PTI)
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Security personnel patrol at Sangam on the first day of Maha Kumbh Mela 2025, in Prayagraj, Uttar Pradesh. (Photo source: PTI)
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Devotees react as they arrive on the first day of Maha Kumbh Mela 2025. (Photo source: PTI)
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The Maha Kumbh 2025started off on Monday morning and is expected to conclude on February, 26, 2025. (Photo source: Reuters)
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Devotees take a holy dip in the Ganga river. (Photo source: PTI)
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Devotees gather on the day they take a holy dip at Sangam, the confluence of the Ganges, Yamuna and Saraswati rivers in Prayagraj. (Photo source: Reuters)
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A glimpse of the largest gathering in the world in Prayagraj. (Photo source: Reuters)
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A devotee carries a child after taking a holy dip at Sangam. (Photo source: Reuters)
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Devotees cross pontoon bridges on the day they take a holy dip. (Photo source: Reuters)
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