Prayagraj, Jan 19 (IANS) A new chapter was added to the history of the Magh Mela this year as environmental conservation emerged as a central theme for the first time. Under the leadership of Panchtattva Foundation, a dedicated ‘Panchtattva Paryavaran Karyalaya’ was set up in the Mela area in Prayagraj. This was a move to highlight the deep interconnection between water, forests, and life. The initiative highlighted a meaningful shift towards integrating environmental awareness with spiritua…
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Ayodhya, Jan 19 (IANS) Hindu saints and seers, including Jagadguru from Ayodhya Dham, have unanimously welcomed the decision to ‘ban’ the entry of non-Hindus at Har Ki Pauri in Haridwar, a world-famous pilgrimage city. They also elicited their views on the uproar and fracas that allegedly broke out between Shankaracharya Swami Avimukteshwaranand and police personnel during Mauni Amavasya Snan at the ongoing Magh mela.Mahant Sitaram Das of Saket Bhawan temple said, “Stopping the Shankaracharya’…
New Delhi, Jan 18 (IANS) On the auspicious occasion of Mauni Amavasya, thousands of devotees gathered at the Triveni Sangam in Prayagraj to take a holy dip during the ongoing Magh Mela. Adding to the spiritual fervour, flower petals were showered on devotees from a helicopter as they performed ritual bathing at the confluence of the Ganga, Yamuna, and the mythical Saraswati. Despite severe cold weather conditions, faith and devotion remained undeterred as pilgrims from across the country arrived…
Prayagraj, Jan 18 (IANS) Shankaracharya Swami Avimukteshwaranand on Sunday claimed that he was stopped by the state administration from proceeding towards the Sangam Nose during the Prayagraj Magh Mela on the occasion of Mauni Amavasya. He alleged that the police personnel blocked him mid-way to the Sangam ghat, forced him and his followers to turn back and return to their Akhara without taking the holy dip.According to the Shankaracharya, his palanquin was halted midway as senior police officia…
Haridwar, Jan 18 (IANS) A massive confluence of faith unfolded on the occasion of Mauni Amavasya as the religious cities of Haridwar, Varanasi and Prayagraj witnessed an overwhelming influx of devotees. Braving biting cold and dense fog, millions of pilgrims reached the ghats early in the morning to take the sacred dip, which is considered highly auspicious.Amid tight security arrangements, devotees were later seen offering prayers and performing rituals at temples following the holy bath.In Har…
Prayagraj, Jan 14 (IANS) The Magh Mela in Prayagraj is once again drawing huge crowds as devotees throng the Sangam to take a holy dip on the auspicious occasion of Makar Sankranti, coinciding with Shattila Ekadashi. By 8 a.m. on Wednesday, around 15 lakh devotees had already immersed themselves in the confluence, with participants ranging from young children to elderly citizens. This year, it is estimated that over 2 crore pilgrims will take a dip at the Sangam, celebrating both religious faith…
Prayagraj, Jan 13 (IANS) In Prayagraj, Uttar Pradesh, the city of faith, the Magh Mela is currently underway on the sandy banks of the Sangam, the revered confluence of rivers. During this event, free meals (bhandara) is being provided to a large number of devotees. Sadhus, saints, and various religious and social organisations are tirelessly distributing food and ‘prasad (blessed offerings)’ to nourish millions of individuals each day, necessitating extensive and effective preparation.At the Sh…
Prayagraj, Jan 10 (IANS) Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Saturday offered prayers and performed rituals at the Ganga river in Prayagraj, during his visit to the Magh Mela, 2026. He arrived in Prayagraj on Saturday to review preparations for the upcoming ‘Snan Parv’ at the Magh Mela. During his visit, the Chief Minister participated in Ganga Puja and will be a part of other religious programmes being organised at Sattu Baba’s pandal in the Magh Mela area.CM Adityanath will a…
Prayagraj, Jan 9 (IANS) As the Magh Mela 2026 is underway in Prayagraj, an Italian woman, Lucrezia, an avid traveller visited the area on Friday and described the country as truly ‘magical.’ This is her third visit to India. Speaking to IANS, Lucrezia said, “I travel with my father across the world. But India holds a special place in our heart forever as it is a very magical place, including the people, the food, the culture and Hindu religion.”Sharing details regarding her travel, Lucreiza …
Prayagraj, Jan 5 (IANS) With the beginning of the month of Magh, the Magh Mela has started, and the Panchkosi Parikrama, which awakens Sanatan tradition, faith, and cultural consciousness, has also commenced. Pilgrims, including saints and sadhus from various akharas, were seen performing rituals along the Triveni Sangam here. In this context, the saints of the Akhara Parishad expressed their views on the completion of 1,000 years since the attack on Somnath Temple and thanked the Uttar Pradesh …