Prayagraj: The grand Mahakumbh Mela 2025 officially commenced with fervor as nearly 1.50 crore devotees gathered on the banks of the Sangam in Prayagraj to take a holy dip on the auspicious occasion of ‘Paush Purnima’ on Monday. Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath extended his heartfelt greetings to all the saints, Kalpvasis, and devotees participating in the mega festival of faith.
In his message, CM Yogi congratulated everyone for the privilege of bathing in the Triveni Sangam, emphasizing the spiritual significance of the event. “On the first bathing festival today, 1.50 crore Sanatan believers earned the holy benefit of bathing in the uninterrupted-clean Triveni,” he said. The CM also expressed his gratitude to the dedicated teams that helped manage the vast event, ensuring its success.
“Big thanks to the Mahakumbh Mela Administration, Prayagraj Administration, UP Police, Municipal Corporation Prayagraj, Swachhagrahis, Ganga Sevadoots, Kumbh Sahayaks, religious-social organizations, volunteers, and media representatives. The successful commencement of this first bathing festival would not have been possible without the collaboration of various Central and State government departments,” he added in a post on X (formerly Twitter).
The Mahakumbh Mela is one of the largest religious gatherings in the world, and the event is expected to continue with grand religious and cultural activities, drawing millions of pilgrims and tourists from across the globe. The first bathing day saw devotees immersing themselves in the sacred confluence of the Ganges, Yamuna, and the mythical Saraswati River, seeking blessings and spiritual purity.
