Pilgrims describe feeling a soothing breeze of peace shrouding them as they take 'snan' (sacred dip) in the confluence of the three holy rivers -- Ganga, Yamuna, and Saraswati.
Despite the dense fog and overwhelming crowds, many pilgrims expressed their relief and gratitude on Thursday for the efficient crowd management and safety measures in place.
Akhara Parishad chief Mahant Ravindra Puri says they were waiting for clearance from the Mela administration to proceed with the traditional akhara bathing rituals of saints, which however, would be much subdued
Pre-dawn stampede at Sangam broke out as millions of pilgrims jostled for space to take a holy dip on Mauni Amavasya, considered one of the most auspicious days during the mela
Saints and seers including the ash-smeared Nagas from various Akharas were also in the process of proceeding towards the Triveni Sangam at the break of dawn
As a large number of pilgrims turned up for a holy bath on Mauni Amavasya, ''stampede-like'' situation broke out at the Sangam on Wednesday amid the ongoing Maha Kumbh
So far, nearly 20 crore people have taken holy dip in the sacred waters of the Sangam — the confluence of the Ganga, Yamuna and Saraswati, says the Uttar Pradesh government
The festival, celebrated with immense devotion and enthusiasm, began on January 13 with the 'Pavitra Snan' and will conclude on February 26, Maha Shivratri.
