Yogi Adityanath Makes History as First CM to Attend Maha Kumbh Multiple Times
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Synopsis
BJP leader Yogi Adityanath has made history by being the first Chief Minister to attend the Maha Kumbh festival in Prayagraj multiple times. His ongoing commitment highlights the significance of the event, which will conclude on February 26.
Key Takeaways
- Yogi Adityanath is the first CM to visit Maha Kumbh multiple times.
- His upcoming visit is scheduled for Sunday.
- He has engaged with numerous dignitaries and spiritual leaders.
- The festival attracts millions of devotees worldwide.
- The Maha Kumbh concludes on February 26.
New Delhi, Feb 23 (NationPress) BJP leader Yogi Adityanath has made history by becoming the first Chief Minister to make multiple visits to the Maha Kumbh festival in Prayagraj. His numerous visits have established a new benchmark, as no other Chief Minister has attended this grand religious event as frequently.
CM Adityanath is scheduled to visit the Maha Kumbh again on Sunday. His helicopter is expected to arrive in Arail at around 2:30 p.m., after which he will proceed to the Sattua Baba camp in Sector 21.
At about 3:15 p.m., CM Adityanath will visit the Shri Kanchi Kamkoti Peeth camp to meet Shankaracharya Vijayendra Saraswati. Following a 45-minute discussion, he will return to Arail by 4 p.m. and then head back to Lucknow.
During the festival, the Chief Minister has taken part in various significant activities.
On January 9, he visited 13 akhadas, including Dandibada, Khak Chowk, and Yogi Mahasabha camps. That same day, he inaugurated the Digital Media Centre.
The next day, he launched Prasar Bharati's Kumbhwani channel and flagged off buses for the state transport corporation. Throughout the month, he has continued his visits, meeting with spiritual leaders such as Shankaracharya and saints, inaugurating various exhibitions, and even participating in a cabinet meeting on January 22.
He has also visited multiple camps, including the Akhil Bhartiya Yogi Mahasabha and the Guru Gorakhnath Akhada, and has attended events organized by the Vishva Hindu Parishad and the Bhartiya Seva Ashram.
CM Adityanath has welcomed numerous dignitaries, including Union Home Minister Amit Shah, and interacted with diplomats from 73 countries during his time at the Maha Kumbh.
Additionally, he has engaged with international leaders, including the King of Bhutan. His commitment to participating in the Maha Kumbh and actively engaging in its activities underscores his deep connection to this religious event and his efforts to highlight its global importance.
CM Adityanath’s upcoming visit on Sunday represents another milestone in his commitment to the event. It reflects his deep involvement with the festival, emphasizing his efforts to ensure its success and smooth operation.
The Maha Kumbh, which continues to draw millions of devotees and spiritual leaders, will conclude on February 26.
