Maha Kumbh: 'Mahakumbh is a symbol of India's timeless spiritual heritage, a celebration of faith and harmony', PM Modi said

Posted on 13th Jan 2025 by rohit kumar

A large number of devotees are taking a holy dip in the Triveni Sangam in Sangam city Prayagraj in Uttar Pradesh. The 45-day Maha Kumbh 2025 has started today with Paush Purnima on January 13. Meanwhile, Prime Minister Narendra Modi tweeted, 'This is a very special day for crores of people who cherish Indian values ​​and culture! Maha Kumbh 2025 is starting in Prayagraj, which will bring together countless people in a holy confluence of faith, devotion, and culture. Maha Kumbh symbolizes India's timeless spiritual heritage and celebrates faith and harmony...'

 

He said that I am very happy to see the hustle and bustle of countless people in Prayagraj, who are taking holy baths and seeking blessings. Best wishes to all pilgrims and tourists for a wonderful stay...

 

Mahakumbh 2025 begins on Paush Purnima

 

After long preparations, Maha Kumbh 2025 started on Paush Purnima in Prayagraj. The world's largest religious event is taking place at the confluence of three holy rivers. Crores of people from the country and abroad are coming to this religious event and are getting the benefits of virtue by taking a dip of faith in the holy Triveni Sangam. Bathing and Amrit Snan have special significance on major dates in Maha Kumbh.

 

Dates of Bathing and Amrit Snan

13 January (Monday) - Bath, Paush Purnima

14 January (Tuesday) - Amrit Snan, Makar Sankranti

29 January (Wednesday) - Amrit Snan, Mauni Amavasya

3 February (Monday) - Amrit Snan, Basant Panchami

12 February (Wednesday) - Bath, Maghi Purnima

26 February (Wednesday) - Bath, Mahashivratri

 

CM Yogi congratulated on Paush Purnima

At the start of Maha Kumbh, Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath congratulated Paush Purnima. On the x, CM Yogi wrote that the world's largest spiritual and cultural gathering 'Mahakumbh' is starting today in the pilgrimage Prayagraj. All the revered saints, Kalpvasis, and devotees who have come to the confluence of faith and modernity to experience unity in diversity perform sadhana, and take a holy bath are heartily welcomed. May Maa Ganga fulfill all your wishes. Best wishes for the inauguration of Maha Kumbh Prayagraj and the first bath. Sanatan Garv-Mahakumbh festival. Read live coverage

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