Sangam witnesses sea of devotees taking holy dip on Makar Sankranti

SANGAM: A sea of devotees including seers, sadhus and kalpwasis gathered at banks of Ganga and took the holy dip at Sangam even before the break of dawn on the occasion of Makar Sankranti on Tuesday. The scene at the Sangam reflected the profound essence of Indian culture and tradition.

Braving the cold wave and foggy conditions, millions of pilgrims from India and abroad flocked at the confluence of the Ganga, Yamuna, and Saraswati for the auspicious Amrit Snan. At Brahma Muhurta, countless devotees immersed in the holy waters, praying for happiness, health, and prosperity, embodying India's rich culture and traditions.
The Naga Sadhus of Panchayat Nirvani Akhara performed the Amrit Snan in royal form, adorned with spears, tridents, and swords. Riding horses and chariots, sadhus and saints led a grand procession, spreading devotion and spiritual energy. Bhajan troupes and chanting devotees added to the divine ambiance.
Since early morning, devotees thronged the Nagvasuki temple and Sangam area. Elderly, women, and youth, carrying bundles on their heads, walked with unwavering faith. Many, driven by devotion, began bathing in the sacred Ganga waters during the night itself.
Mela cops ensured strict safety arrangements in the mela area. Barricades were placed on all roads, and vehicles underwent thorough checks. The entire event remained peaceful and well-organized with police and security forces deployed at every point. DIG Kumbh Mela Vaibhav Krishna and SSP Rajesh Dwivedi, along with the police team, marched on foot in the mela area, accompanied by horses, clearing the way for the Akhada Sadhus heading for the Amrit Snan.
Chants of Har Har Mahadev and Jai Shri Ram echoed across the 12-kilometer stretch of the bathing ghats. Alongside the sadhus performing the Amrit Snan, common devotees also took a sacred dip, expressing their deep faith.
A massive crowd gathered around the Sangam for the snan, filling the atmosphere with devotion. The entire area resonated with the chants of Har Har Mahadev and Jai Shri Ram, creating a spiritually charged ambiance.