Over 1.5 Crore Devotees At Prayagraj's Maha Kumbh For First 'Amrit Snan' On Makar Sankranti

Crores of devotees gathered at the Maha Kumbh Mela in Prayagraj on Tuesday to take part in the first ‘Amrit Snan’ on the occasion of Makar Sankranti. The auspicious ‘snan‘ is observed a day after the first major ‘snan‘ which took place on Monday in the Sangam area on the occasion of Paush Poornima

According to the details, the first ‘Amrit Snan’ of the Maha Kumbh began at 5.30 am on Tuesday.

Videos on social media showed devotees gathering at the Triveni Sangam to take a holy dip.

Sadhus of Mahanirvani Panchayati Akhada were also seen moving towards the Sangam to take holy dip.  The present edition of the Kumbh is being held after 12 years, though seers claim the celestial permutations and combinations for the event are taking place after 144 years, making the occasion even more auspicious.

Perhaps that is why the Uttar Pradesh government is confident of 35 crore devotees visiting Prayagraj this time.

According to Lucknow-based astrologer Triloki Nath Singh, Makar Sankranti signifies the Sun’s transition to its next astronomical position by the Hindu calendar. This auspicious day marks the initiation of charitable donations at the Maha Kumbh Mela. Pilgrims traditionally make contributions based on their own volition and generosity.

Several pilgrims, who took a dip on the occasion of Paush Poornima are staying back in Prayagraj to take another dip on the occasion of Makar Sankranti.

Scheduled to be held from January 13 to February 26 (Maha Shivratri), the Maha Kumbh will elevate India’s ancient cultural and religious traditions to global prominence, according to Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath, who termed the event a testament to India’s rich spiritual and cultural legacy.