As the Maha Kumbh Mela, which attracts millions of devotees from all over the world, gets underway, the holy city of Prayagraj is ablaze with spiritual zeal. The world’s greatest spiritual gathering began at the Triveni Sangam, which is the meeting point of the Ganga, Yamuna, and the ethereal Saraswati rivers, with the ‘Shahi Snan’ on the auspicious day of Paush Purnima.
Despite the winter chill, international devotees have embraced the holy waters with immense devotion. Francisco, a Brazilian visiting India for the first time in search of moksha, described the experience as life-changing. “The water is cold, but my heart is warm. India truly is the spiritual heart of the world,” he shared.
During his visit with his family, Jitesh Prabhakar, a Mysore native who is now living in Germany, emphasized the value of maintaining one’s spiritual ties and sense of groundedness. Devotees from Portugal, South Africa, and Spain also appreciated the chance to participate in this holy custom.
Since the Maha Kumbh Mela 2025 falls during a unique astronomical occurrence that only occurs once every 144 years, it has particular significance. Authorities have made intricate security and traffic measures in anticipation of the anticipated 45 crore devotees, ensuring this huge festival is a harmonious fusion of community and faith.
