Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma announced that this year’s Ambubachi Mahayog at the Kamakhya Temple attracted over eight lakh devotees. The event, held atop the Nilachal Hills, was hailed as a testament to Assam’s spiritual legacy and Sanatan tradition.
Sarma expressed gratitude for the massive turnout, stating that the festival had become a significant gathering of faith, drawing devotees from various parts of India and beyond. The Chief Minister highlighted the spiritual essence of the festival, emphasizing the deep-rooted spiritual power of Assam and its enduring traditions.
The Ambubachi Mahayog, a revered religious festival at the Kamakhya Temple, symbolizes the menstruation of Goddess Kamakhya and draws pilgrims, ascetics, and tourists in large numbers. The temple, known as one of the country’s oldest Shakti Peethas, observes a three-day closure during the festival, reopening for devotees to offer prayers and receive blessings.
The Assam government made comprehensive arrangements for the smooth functioning of the festival, ensuring security, traffic control, sanitation, medical services, and accommodation for pilgrims. The successful management of the event is seen as a significant boost to Assam’s religious tourism and underscores the growing national and international significance of the Ambubachi Mahayog.
