Maha Kumbh 2025: Devotees Blessed with Rose Petals on Maha Shivratri
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Synopsis
On Maha Shivratri, 20 quintals of rose petals were showered on millions of devotees in Prayagraj, marking the last holy dip of Maha Kumbh 2025. The Uttar Pradesh government ensured a smooth experience for pilgrims attending this grand religious festival.
Key Takeaways
- 20 quintals of rose petals showered on devotees.
- Over 4 million pilgrims attended the event.
- Maha Shivratri marked the final holy dip of Maha Kumbh 2025.
- Government ensured smooth operations throughout.
- Chief Minister monitored arrangements from Gorakhpur.
Mahakumbh Nagar, Feb 26 (NationPress) On the sacred day of Maha Shivratri, a remarkable 20 quintals of rose petals were showered upon millions of devotees at the Maha Kumbh 2025 on Wednesday, as they congregated at the Sangam in Prayagraj for the final holy dip of this revered religious festival.
This magnificent flower shower, a traditional way to pay homage to the pilgrims, created a stunning spectacle, infusing the crowd with joy and fervent devotion.
Arranged by the Uttar Pradesh government led by Yogi Adityanath, this floral tribute was part of the concluding bathing rituals of the Maha Kumbh, symbolizing the end of this monumental spiritual event.
The shower of flowers enhanced the festive spirit and represented divine blessings for the devotees participating in the sacred bath on Maha Shivratri.
A total of 20 quintals of rose petals were utilized for this extraordinary ritual, which took place at key bathing locations around the Sangam.
Moreover, the Yogi government has ensured that operations ran smoothly throughout the Maha Kumbh, even with the massive influx of pilgrims.
This year, over 4 million pilgrims visited the Maha Kumbh 2025. On Maha Shivratri specifically, more than 25.64 lakh devotees engaged in the holy dip, bringing the cumulative number of pilgrims who have bathed in the river to an astonishing 64.77 crore.
Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath has been actively overseeing the arrangements for the Maha Kumbh from the control room in Gorakhpur, ensuring the seamless execution of the event.
The official X account of the Chief Minister's office stated, "Chief Minister Shri @myogiadityanath ji Maharaj is continually monitoring the arrangements for the holy bathing festival on the auspicious occasion of Mahashivratri today at Mahakumbh-2025, Prayagraj from the control room located at @GorakhnathMndr."
Thanks to the government’s diligent planning and ongoing oversight, the event has progressed without any significant issues. Pilgrims have commended the arrangements, emphasizing the smooth conduct of the rituals amidst the large crowds.
Maha Shivratri signifies the last day and the concluding sacred dip of the Maha Kumbh Mela 2025.
