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Mahakumbh 2025: From elephants to water ambulances, fascinating glimpses of grand event

Set to begin on January 13, the event promises a unique blend of devotion and cultural splendor, with saints, sadhus, and millions of devotees preparing for this once-in-12-years spiritual gathering.

nitin-kumar Edited By: Nitin Kumar @Niitz1 [Updated: January 08, 2025 23:53 IST]
  • Preparations for Mahakumbh 2025 are in full swing as the holy city of Prayagraj gears up to host millions of devotees from across the globe.
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    Preparations for Mahakumbh 2025 are in full swing as the holy city of Prayagraj gears up to host millions of devotees from across the globe.
  • The grand religious event, set to begin on January 13, has transformed the city into a vibrant hub of devotion, spirituality, and culture.
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    The grand religious event, set to begin on January 13, has transformed the city into a vibrant hub of devotion, spirituality, and culture.
  • Ahead of the official commencement, mesmerising photos of the event’s preparations have surfaced, showcasing everything from majestic elephants to a state-of-the-art water ambulance equipped with medical facilities to ensure the safety of pilgrims.
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    Ahead of the official commencement, mesmerising photos of the event’s preparations have surfaced, showcasing everything from majestic elephants to a state-of-the-art water ambulance equipped with medical facilities to ensure the safety of pilgrims.
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  • This iconic event, held once every 12 years, has already welcomed the arrival of saints and sadhus. Recently, priests performed the Ganga Aarti at the sacred Sangam, setting the stage for the grand occasion.
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    This iconic event, held once every 12 years, has already welcomed the arrival of saints and sadhus. Recently, priests performed the Ganga Aarti at the sacred Sangam, setting the stage for the grand occasion.
  • Special tents have been installed along the riverbanks for the comfort of devotees, with additional measures in place to accommodate the massive crowd.
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    Special tents have been installed along the riverbanks for the comfort of devotees, with additional measures in place to accommodate the massive crowd.
  • Adding to the spectacle, the Taponidhi Anand Akhara Panchayat organized a royal procession featuring saints and sadhus riding chariots, camels, horses, and elephants.
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    Adding to the spectacle, the Taponidhi Anand Akhara Panchayat organized a royal procession featuring saints and sadhus riding chariots, camels, horses, and elephants.
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  • This ceremonial entry, known as Rajasi Pravesh, was greeted with flower showers and prayers from enthusiastic devotees lining the streets.
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    This ceremonial entry, known as Rajasi Pravesh, was greeted with flower showers and prayers from enthusiastic devotees lining the streets.
  • Many devotees have already taken a holy dip at the Sangam ahead of the event. The Mahakumbh will run from January 13 to February 27, offering a once-in-a-lifetime experience with its rich display of devotion and grandeur.
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    Many devotees have already taken a holy dip at the Sangam ahead of the event. The Mahakumbh will run from January 13 to February 27, offering a once-in-a-lifetime experience with its rich display of devotion and grandeur.
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