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Prayagraj: Flower petals showered on devotees taking holy dip at Triveni Sangam on Magh Purnima

Prayagraj, February 12: 'Pushp Varsha' also known as the showering of petals, was done on the devotees and ascetics taking a holy dip in the Triveni Sangam on the occasion of the Magh Purnima on Wednesday during the ongoing Maha Kumbh Mela in Prayagraj.

Best place in the world today: Foreign devotees share their experience at Mahakumbh

Prayagraj, February 12: As the Mahakumbh Mela 2025 enters its final stretch, foreign devotees from across the world are around to witness the grand spectacle.

Prayagraj: Devotees throng Triveni sangam on Magh Purnima

Prayagraj, February 12: A massive crowd of devotees gathered at the Triveni Sangam during the ongoing Maha Kumbh on Wednesday to take a holy dip on the auspicious occasion of Magh Purnima.

Massive crowd gathers at Triveni Sangam for holy dip; CM Yogi extends wishes on Magh Purnima

Prayagraj, February 12: Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath extended his heartfelt congratulations to everyone on the auspicious occasion of Magh Purnima.

Mahakumbh 2025: UP Police strengthen security ahead of Maghi Purnima

Prayagraj, February 12: As the Mahakumbh 2025 celebrations reach a fever pitch, the Uttar Pradesh Police have strengthened security measures ahead of Maghi Purnima on Wednesday.

Prayagraj Mahakumbh: Drones keep watch as devotees gather for Magh Purnima

Prayagraj, February 12: As the Mahakumbh 2025 enters its final stretch, security measures have been ramped up, especially with the upcoming Magh Purnima on February 14, ensuring all arrangements are in place for smooth celebrations.

UP CM extends wishes on Magh Purnima as devotees set to gather at Triveni Sangam for holy dip

Prayagraj, Feb 12: Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath extended his heartfelt congratulations to all devotees, saints and residents of the state during the ongoing Maha Kumbh on the auspicious occasion of Magh Purnima.

Magh Purnima: 133 ambulances deployed, 43 hospitals put on high alert

Mahakumbh Nagar, Feb 11: In anticipation of the upcoming Magh Purnima bath on February 12, the Yogi Adityanath-led Uttar Pradesh government has implemented comprehensive measures to ensure the safety and health of the anticipated influx of devotees. All hospitals within the city, division, and the Maha Kumbh area have been placed on high alert as per the Chief Minister's directives.

Magh Purnima: Railways ramp up services, set up separate entry and exit points at stations for crowd control

Prayagraj, Feb 11: Bracing for another massive rush of devotees on Magh Purnima on Wednesday, the Indian Railways has enhanced its services and made adequate arrangements for the smooth and safe journey for thousands of devotees heading to the sacred city of Prayagraj for the Maha Kumbh.

Rajasthan Guv takes holy dip at Triveni Sangam

Jaipur, Feb 11: Rajasthan Governor Haribhau Bagde, along with his family, took a holy dip at the sacred confluence of Triveni Sangam during the Maha Kumbh Mela on Tuesday.

Varanasi transforms into 'Mini Maha Kumbh' as thousands of Naga Sadhus arrive ahead of Maha Shivratri

Varanasi, Feb 11: The ancient city of Varanasi is witnessing a spiritual awakening as it prepares to host a wave of Naga Sadhus and saints ahead of Maha Shivratri. Following their participation in the Prayagraj Mahakumbh, the revered saints, particularly those from the Panchdashnam Juna Akhara, have now arrived in the city, setting up a vibrant camp along the ghats of the Ganga.

Massive traffic jams in Prayagraj, devotees struggle amid gridlock

New Delhi, Feb 11: The roads leading to the Maha Kumbh Mela in Prayagraj are witnessing unprecedented congestion as millions of devotees continue to arrive for taking holy dip at the Triveni Sangam.

10 Kumbh pilgrims killed in two separate accidents in Bihar, MP

Jabalpur, Feb 11: At least ten Kumbh pilgrims lost their lives in two tragic road accidents in Bihar and Madhya Pradesh on Tuesday morning, officials said.

Crowd of devotees throng at Maha Kumbh to take dip in Triveni Sangam

Prayagraj, February 11: A huge crowd of devotees arrived at the ongoing Maha Kumbh Mela Kshetra on Tuesday to take a holy dip in the Triveni Sangam.

Isha Kopikar takes dip in divine waters of Maha Kumbh: Embracing faith, blessings together

Mumbai, Feb 11: Former actress Isha Kopikar was joined by her parents and daughter Rianna to take a dip in the divine waters at the Maha Kumbh.

Panchayats will play crucial role in Simhastha's preparation, says MP CM

Ujjain, Feb 11: As the arrangements for Simhastha 2028 will be extended to the rural areas of Ujjain, the state government has decided to involve gram panchayats to ensure better preparation.

Devotees take holy dip at Triveni Sangam on 30th day of Maha Kumbh, express satisfaction with facilities

New Delhi, Feb 11: On the 30th day of the Maha Kumbh, thousands of devotees gathered at the sacred Triveni Sangam in Prayagraj to take a holy dip, seeking spiritual purification and divine blessings.

BJP workers facilitating pilgrims heading to Prayagraj via Madhya Pradesh: MP BJP chief VD Sharma

New Delhi, February 10: Madhya Pradesh Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) Chief VD Sharma on Monday said that all his party workers, Member of Parliament (MPs) and Member of Legislative Assembly (MLAs) are facilitating pilgrims heading to Prayagraj via Madhya Pradesh to take holy dip at Maha Kumbh Mela.

Around 12.5 lakh devotees arrived in Prayagraj by train: CPRO, Northeast Frontier Railway

Guwahati, February 10: Devotees continue to arrive in Prayagraj for the MahaKumbh Mela, with around 12.5 lakh people travelling by train, said Kapinjal Kishore Sharma, Chief Public Relations Officer (CPRO) of Northeast Frontier Railway.

IndiGo announces additional flights between Ahmedabad, Prayagraj

New Delhi, February 10: IndiGo will fly additional flights Prayagraj and Ahmedabad starting February 15 to accommodate more passengers to-from the holy Kumbh city, the airlines said.

Cricket Australia's cultural ambassador, wife take dip at Sangam to celebrate 25th wedding anniversary

Mahakumbh Nagar, Feb 10: Mahakumbh, the world's largest spiritual gathering, continues to captivate people from across the globe with its divinity and grandeur.

Maha Kumbh: Northern Railway prepares for record crowds expected on Maghi Purnima

Prayagraj, Feb 10: With millions of devotees expected to descend on the banks of the Triveni Sangam for the fourth Amrit Snan of the Maha Kumbh Mela on Maghi Purnima, the Indian Railways has unveiled a comprehensive strategy to manage the massive crowds efficiently.

Arrangements put in place at 8 stations for Prayagraj Mahakumbh: Railway minister Vaishnaw

New Delhi, February 10: Ahead of Maghi Purnima Snan on February 12, Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw said that Railways has taken care of all the arrangements at eight railway stations for Prayagraj Mahakumbh.

President Murmu takes holy dip at Triveni Sangam during Maha Kumbh visit

New Delhi, Feb 10: President Droupadi Murmu visited Prayagraj on Monday to take part in the ongoing Maha Kumbh Mela, where she took a sacred dip at the Triveni Sangam.

Fortunate to be here: Uttarakhand CM Dhami takes holy dip in Sangam at Mahakumbh 2025

Prayagraj, February 10: Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami, along with his family, visited Uttar Pradesh's Prayagraj, where took a holy dip at Triveni Sangam during the ongoing Mahakumbh 2025 on Monday morning.

Very safe for women: Pilgrims hail Maha Kumbh security, cleanliness arrangements

Prayagraj, Feb 10: Pilgrims visiting the Maha Kumbh in Uttar Pradesh's Prayagraj on Monday lauded the extensive arrangements made by the administration, particularly the facilities at the ghats and the enhanced security measures.

Vijay Deverakonda seek blessings at the Maha Kumbh with his mother

Mumbai, Feb 9: South actor Vijay Deverakonda was recently spotted at the Maha Kumbh, taking a sacred dip in the holy waters alongside his mother, Madhavi Deverakonda.

Pankaj Tripathi visits Maha Kumbh Mela, calls it a spiritual experience

Prayagraj, February 8: 'Mirzapur' actor Pankaj Tripathi, on Saturday, visited the Maha Kumbh Mela in Prayagraj along with his family.

MP CM Mohan Yadav takes holy dip at Triveni Sangam

Bhopal, Feb 8: Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Mohan Yadav took a holy dip at Sangam on Saturday during Maha Kumbh Mela in Prayagraj, Uttar Pradesh.

Rajasthan CM, Cabinet colleagues take holy dip at Mahakumbh

Jaipur, Feb 8: Rajasthan Chief Minister Bhajan Lal Sharma on Saturday along with his Cabinet colleagues and BJP legislators visited Mahakumbh Mela in Prayagraj and took a holy dip in the Triveni Sangam.

Mahakumbh 2025: Devotion in full flow as around 400 million take holy dip at Triveni Sangam

Prayagraj, February 8: Mahakumbh 2025 is witnessing an unprecedented surge in devotion, with around 400 million devotees taking the holy dip at Triveni Sangam -- confluence of Ganges, Yamuna, and the mythical Saraswati in Prayagraj, Uttar Pradesh, on Saturday.

Estonians call Maha Kumbh Mela heart-opening experience

New Delhi, February 8: Estonians who attended the Maha Kumbh Mela shared their experiences and described their visit to Prayagraj as a "great experience."

Gujarat CM Bhupendra Patel takes holy dip at Triveni Sangam during Maha Kumbh

Gandhinagar, February 7: Gujarat Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel on Friday took a holy dip at Triveni Sangam during Maha Kumbh Mela in Prayagraj.

Mahakumbh: Rajkummar Rao to take holy dip at Triveni Sangam, says atmosphere here is very good

Prayagraj, February 7: Bollywood actor Rajkummar Rao visited the ongoing Mahakumbh Mela with his wife Patralekha to take a holy dip at the Triveni Sangam.

Singer Malini Awasthi visits Maha Kumbh Mela

Prayagraj, February 7: Veteran folk singer Malini Awasthi arrived in Prayagraj, Uttar Pradesh, to take a holy dip in the Triveni Sangam.

Madhur Bhandarkar visits Mahakumbh Mela in Prayagraj, says there is brilliant and positive energy here

Prayagraj, February 7: Filmmaker Madhur Bhandarkar visited the ongoing Mahakumbh Mela in Prayagraj and said that "there is a brilliant and positive energy here".

Sanjay Mishra visits Maha Kumbh 2025 in Prayagraj, lauds arrangements

Prayagraj, February 7: Actor Sanjay Mishra praised the arrangements at the ongoing Maha Kumbh Mela 2025 in Prayagraj, describing the event as a well-organised and smoothly-run spectacle, further stating that "don't have the time, otherwise, I would have made a home here."

Neena Gupta calls her visit to Maha Kumbh Mela a unique experience