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PM Modi Takes Holy Dip at Maha Kumbh's Triveni Sangam

The Prime Minister joined millions in Prayagraj for the 2025 Maha Kumbh, emphasizing spiritual unity and cultural heritage.

  • Prime Minister Narendra Modi performed a holy dip at the Triveni Sangam, the confluence of the Ganga, Yamuna, and mythical Saraswati, on February 5 during the Maha Kumbh Mela in Prayagraj.
  • The Maha Kumbh, the world's largest spiritual gathering held every 12 years, has already drawn over 380 million pilgrims since its commencement on January 13, 2025.
  • PM Modi's visit coincided with Magh Ashtami, a day of significant spiritual importance in the Hindu calendar, and included rituals like Ganga Aarti and chanting prayers with rudraksha beads.
  • The event has highlighted both spiritual devotion and modern advancements, with enhanced security measures and digital monitoring implemented following a tragic stampede last week that claimed at least 30 lives.
  • Prominent figures including Bhutan's King Jigme Khesar Namgyel Wangchuck, Union ministers, and global celebrities have also participated in the Maha Kumbh, showcasing its global cultural significance.
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