As Maha Kumbh Approaches One Month, Daily Pilgrimages at Sangam Exceed 1.44 Crore
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Synopsis
Mahakumbh Nagar is witnessing an incredible surge of faith as Maha Kumbh 2025 continues to attract record numbers of devotees daily. The sacred Triveni Sangam has seen an average of 1.44 crore pilgrims taking holy dips, with significant increases during festival days.
Key Takeaways
- 1.44 crore devotees on average at Triveni Sangam daily.
- Record attendance on Mauni Amavasya with 7.64 crore pilgrims.
- Extensive preparations by the state administration for the event.
- Unity of Sanatan culture enthusiasts globally.
- Historic milestone of 43 crore devotees anticipated by February 9.
Mahakumbh Nagar, Feb 10 (NationPress) Prayagraj is currently experiencing an extraordinary display of faith as Maha Kumbh 2025 continues to break records in religious and cultural congregations on a daily basis.
For the past 30 days, an unceasing flow of devotees has flocked to the sacred Triveni Sangam—the confluence of the rivers Ganga, Yamuna, and the elusive Saraswati. This holy site has welcomed an average of 1.44 crore pilgrims each day seeking a divine bath.
A significant uptick in attendance was recorded on prominent festival days.
On Mauni Amavasya (January 29), an astonishing 7.64 crore devotees took a sacred dip, while the day before (January 28) saw over 4.99 crore worshippers at the Sangam. On Makar Sankranti (January 14), 3.50 crore participants engaged in the holy ritual.
Even after Mauni Amavasya, the influx of devotees persisted, with over one crore arrivals daily for the sacred bath. The entire Mahakumbh Nagar is enveloped in spiritual devotion and enthusiasm. By February 9, more than 43 crore pilgrims will have achieved a historic milestone by bathing in the Sangam.
The local administration undertook extensive preparations ahead of this monumental event, ensuring smooth arrangements for bathing and various amenities for the devotees.
This grand festival of faith has brought together enthusiasts of Sanatan culture from India and beyond, fortifying the spiritual and cultural fabric of humanity.
Record-breaking gatherings on key dates
January 13 (Paush Purnima): 1.70 crore
January 14 (Makar Sankranti): 3.50 crore
January 26: 1.74 crore
January 27: 1.55 crore
January 28: 4.99 crore
January 29 (Mauni Amavasya): 7.64 crore (Highest)
January 30: 2.06 crore
January 31: 1.82 crore
February 01: 2.15 crore
February 03 (Basant Panchami): 2.57 crore
February 09: 1.57 crore
