Prayagraj (Uttar Pradesh) [India]: The sacred confluence of the Ganga, Yamuna, and Saraswati rivers at Prayagraj is witnessing an extraordinary display of faith as sages, saints, Kalpvasis, and millions of pilgrims immerse themselves in devotion at the ongoing Mahakumbh.
On the auspicious occasion of Basant Panchami’s Amrit Snan, the total number of devotees who have taken a holy dip since the beginning of Mahakumbh has surpassed 350 million (35 crores), as per an official statement from the administration.
By 8 AM on Monday alone, 6.2 million devotees had bathed at Triveni Sangam, setting a historic record. With 23 days remaining, the total number of pilgrims is expected to cross 500 million.
The unwavering spiritual fervor in Prayagraj continues to attract millions of devotees from across India and beyond, all seeking divine blessings through the sacred dip.
On Sunday, February 2, around 12 million devotees participated in the holy ritual, pushing the total count close to 350 million, which was officially surpassed on Monday morning. Among them were 1 million Kalpvasis, saints, and pilgrims from around the world.
A detailed breakdown of attendance figures shows that Mauni Amavasya witnessed the highest turnout, with 80 million devotees taking a dip at the Sangam. This was followed by 35 million on Makar Sankranti, over 20 million on January 30 and February 1, and 17 million on Paush Purnima.
Prominent Personalities Join the Holy Ritual
Several notable figures have participated in the sacred dip at Triveni Sangam, including Union Home Minister Amit Shah, Defence Minister Rajnath Singh, and Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath along with his cabinet.
Other dignitaries who took part include Governor Anandiben Patel, Rajasthan Chief Minister Bhajan Lal, Union Ministers Gajendra Singh Shekhawat and Arjun Ram Meghwal, BJP MP Sudhanshu Trivedi, Rajya Sabha MP Sudha Murthy, Assam Assembly Speaker Biswajit Daimary, and Samajwadi Party Chief Akhilesh Yadav.
Bollywood celebrities and sports personalities have also made their presence felt, with actors Hema Malini, Anupam Kher, Bhagyashree, and Milind Soman, along with poet Kumar Vishwas, cricketer Suresh Raina, wrestler Khali, choreographer Remo D’Souza, and Mahamandaleshwar of Kinnar Akhara, Mamta Kulkarni, taking the holy dip.
As Mahakumbh 2025 progresses, the overwhelming display of faith and devotion reaffirms its timeless spiritual significance.
The Maha Kumbh, which began on January 13, will continue until February 26. With millions already in attendance from India and around the world, the event is on track to set new records in participation and spiritual observance.