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PM Modi at Maha Kumbh Mela: PM Narendra Modi had visited the 2019 kumbh mela as well. He had then taken a holy dip and washed the feet of sanitation workers.
A 2021 photo of PM Narendra Modi when he took a holy dip in river Ganga in Varanasi.
PM Modi at Maha Kumbh Updates: Prime Minister Narendra Modi took a holy dip in Prayagraj’s Triveni Sangam during the ongoing Maha Kumbh mela. He is presently in the boathouse and will conduct ‘pujas’ shortly.
A high alert has been issued in the city in view of the PM’s visit as several devotees have been taking holy dip in Sangam round-the-clock. PM Modi will also do ‘darshan’ at the temple where Lord Hanuman is in lying position and ‘Akshayvat’.
According to reports, the prime minister will be in the city for nearly two hours. A special alert has been issued for his security in Arail area, while in-charges of five mela areas have been deployed for PM’s arrival. The site of the Maha Kumbh festival has been divided into five main areas, including Jhunsi, Parade, Sangam, Teliyarganj, and Arail.
The last time PM Narendra Modi had come to Prayagraj was on December 13, 2024 when he had laid the foundation stone of 167 projects worth Rs 5,500.
Live Updates
• Why Was February 5 Chosen For PM Modi’s Holy Dip? While traditionally auspicious days like Basant Panchami and Mauni Amavasya are commonly chosen for holy baths during the Kumbh, February 5 stands out for its unique spiritual importance. This date coincides with Magh Ashtami, an auspicious day in the Hindu calendar known for its significance in penance, devotion, and acts of charity.
• According to local reports, the areas where PM Modi will visit has been taken over by Security Guard (NSG). Magistrates and a large number of police force, PAC and RAF personnel have been deployed. Security has been beefed up at the Ganga ghats. Those going towards Kumbh Nagari are being thoroughly checked.
• Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath will be present alongside Modi like he was present during the recent visit to the Mahakumbh by Home Minister Amit Shah, Vice-President Jagdeep Dhankar, and the Bhutan King.
• Besides, several ministers of the state government will also accompany the prime minister. Mela officer Vijay Kiran Anand said that all preparations for PM’s program have been completed. “Five magistrates and a large number of police forces have been deployed. The Prime Minister will worship Maa Ganga after taking a bath in Sangam," he added.
• PM Narendra Modi had visited the 2019 kumbh mela as well. He had then taken a holy dip and washed the feet of sanitation workers.
• The PMO said that in line with his commitment to promote and preserve India’s spiritual and cultural heritage, the Prime Minister has continuously taken proactive steps to enhance infrastructure and facilities at pilgrimage sites.
Location :Allahabad, India, India
First Published:February 05, 2025, 07:53 IST
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