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22 Lakh Brave Cold for Holy Sangam Dip
4 Jan
Summary
- Over 22 lakh devotees took a holy dip at the Sangam on Paush Purnima.
- The Magh Mela, a 44-day religious event, commenced on Saturday.
- The month-long Kalpwas observance has also begun for thousands.
The annual Magh Mela commenced on Saturday with approximately 22 lakh devotees taking a holy dip in the Sangam on the auspicious occasion of Paush Purnima. This significant religious gathering marks the beginning of a month-long spiritual observance known as Kalpwas for thousands of pilgrims. The extensive religious event is scheduled to continue for 44 days, concluding on February 15.
Pilgrims began arriving at the ghats in the early hours, undeterred by the chilly weather, with temperatures hovering around 11.8 to 17.4 degrees Celsius. Devotees participated in ritual bathing, believed to cleanse sins and bestow spiritual merit. Temporary camps and ashrams across the mela area served as hubs for prayer, meditation, and religious discourses, fostering a vibrant spiritual atmosphere amid chants and bhajans.
Extensive arrangements were made for the massive congregation, including enhanced security, medical camps, sanitation services, and adequate provisions for amenities. Despite the large turnout and occasional instances of missing persons being reunited with families, officials confirmed that most were found promptly. The district administration implemented comprehensive crowd management strategies, utilizing CCTV cameras and drone surveillance to ensure safety and order throughout the mela.
