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We have taken a dip at the Triveni Sangam.
Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath, yoga guru Baba Ramdev, and other distinguished saints and sages.
The religious gathering has also seen an unusually large influx of believers from all over the world.
Italians pilgrim Antonio has finally accomplished his decade-long ambition of visiting the spiritual Kumbh Mela festival in India.
I'm feeling absolutely great," Antonio exclaimed, adding, "There's a tremendous amount of things to be thankful for here. I had been eagerly anticipating this trip for over 10 years, and I'm thrilled to have finally made it.
Antonio's interest in India's spiritual heritage began years ago. He previously completed a 2,000-kilometer pilgrimage on foot, referred to as a "pad-yatra," which strengthened his understanding and devotion to Indian saints.
Esther, a pilgrim from Spain, has found herself surrounded by the spiritual energy of the Kumbh Mela. Initially, she felt overwhelmed by the vast crowds, but as the day continued, her experience underwent a transformation. "I'm feeling wonderful at the moment," Esther said.
From January 13 to February 26.
Believed to atone for sins and achieve moksha (enlightenment, liberation).
The event is scheduled to run from January 13 to February 26. The key bathing dates are January 29 (Mauni Amavasya - Second Royal Bathing Day), February 3 (Basant Panchami - Third Royal Bathing Day), February 12 (Maghi Full Moon), and February 26 (Maha Shivaratri).
Mela is expected to host over 45 million visitors, marking a historic event for India.