Union Minister Amit Shah and Family Conduct Akshayvat Aarti and Parikrama
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Synopsis
On January 27, Union Home Minister Amit Shah, along with his family and Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath, visited Akshayvat in Mahakumbh Nagar. They performed sacred rituals, including Akshayvat Aarti, and discussed upcoming Mahakumbh events.
Key Takeaways
- Amit Shah visited Akshayvat with family and CM Yogi Adityanath.
- The rituals included Akshayvat Aarti and parikrama.
- Akshayvat is an ancient tree in Prayagraj, revered in Hindu tradition.
- Shah sought blessings at Sangam earlier on the same day.
- The Mahakumbh festival is attracting millions of devotees.
Mahakumbh Nagar, Jan 27 (NationPress) - Union Home Minister Amit Shah, accompanied by his family, visited Akshayvat, the revered tree in Mahakumbh Nagar on Monday. He was joined at this sacred site by Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath and two Deputy CMs.
The chief priest of the Akshayvat temple officiated the puja, with Vedic hymns resonating in the air. Amit Shah and his family, along with CM Yogi Adityanath, performed the Akshayvat Aarti and offered their prayers.
After the rituals, the Home Minister, the Chief Minister, and members of the Sant Samaj completed the 'parikrama' of Akshayvat while discussing the forthcoming Mahakumbh events.
Amit Shah's family, including his wife Sonal Shah, son Jay Shah, daughter-in-law, and grandchildren, also participated in these sacred rituals.
This cherished moment was captured as Amit Shah and his family posed for a group photograph in front of the sacred tree.
Akshayavat is an ancient and revered tree located in Prayagraj, believed to be immortal according to Hindu traditions.
This tree is referenced in various Hindu scriptures, including the Puranas and the Mahabharata. Legend has it that Lord Rama, the seventh avatar of Lord Vishnu, visited this tree during his exile and meditated under its protective shade.
Earlier that day, the Home Minister took a holy dip at the Sangam alongside Hindu saints and seers, seeking divine blessings for his family and the citizens of the country.
Amit Shah's holy dip in the Sangam occurred shortly after the entire Uttar Pradesh Cabinet, led by CM Yogi Adityanath, took a holy bath at the same location.
Notably, the Mahakumbh is currently witnessing a significant influx of devotees and pilgrims for this two-month-long festival.
On Makar Sankranti, over 3.5 crore devotees, including seers and saints, immersed themselves in the waters of the Ganga.
For the first time, the Shankaracharya of all four Peethas was present at the Maha Kumbh, and CM Yogi had the opportunity to meet them.
