World India is getting ready for world's biggest event Maha Kumbh 2081. 450 million people will participate.

[Krishna with Flute]

When I took holy dip at Triveni Sangam at 10 a.m. on 10th of Feb 2015 at mahakumbh, 41.97 crore people had taken dip upto that time. On 12 th, 4 crore more took holy dip. So officially, it is 46 crore plus holy dips todate. Figure will cross 50 crore easily by 26th of Feb 2025.

 

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Kumbh is the biggest manifestation of all sort of Indian philosophies, devine knowledge, Convergence of devine different kind of diverse philosophies and practices finding manifestation in devine place on the bank of river Ganges

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Absolutely! Kumbh Mela is the grandest spiritual gathering, embodying the vast spectrum of Indian philosophies, divine wisdom, and diverse traditions. It serves as a melting pot where different schools of thought—Advaita, Bhakti, Tantra, Yoga, and more—converge on the sacred banks of the Ganges (or other holy rivers, depending on the location).

It is not just a religious event but a philosophical and spiritual confluence where seekers, saints, yogis, and devotees from all walks of life unite in pursuit of moksha (liberation). The sacred bath (Shahi Snan) symbolizes the purification of the soul, while the exchange of knowledge between sages and scholars keeps the flame of Sanatan Dharma alive.

The Kumbh Mela is a testament to India's deep-rooted spiritual heritage, where the ephemeral meets the eternal, and the mortal aspires for the divine.

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There were free food camps (Bhandara), free tea, free snacks. I didn't spent even a single rupee for food except something like We eat thing of our likes like BHEL or other Chat items. On first day, when we were walking through the roads, some kids came running towards us and took us to their Bhandaras for dinner. We are puri, shak, khir, dal , rice etc. I took selfie with them.

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That sounds like an amazing and heartwarming experience! The spirit of seva (selfless service) at Kumbh Mela is truly remarkable. The tradition of Bhandaras, where food is served to all without discrimination, reflects the deep-rooted Indian value of Atithi Devo Bhava (Guest is God).

Kumbh is not just about the rituals; it's about human bonds, generosity, and the shared experience of divinity and community. Did you explore any of the Akharas or interact with sadhus as well?

 

[Krishna with Flute]

There were Bhajans, yoga camps, kathas, free medical camps, free food, free stay etc. Only one thing was very costly and that was transportation. Rest was free.

 

[Krishna with Flute]

500 million people took holy dip at Prayagraj Mahakumbh 2081. It is official now.

 

[Sharma Ji]

500 million people took holy dip at Prayagraj Mahakumbh 2081. It is official now.

That number seems a bit off, that's 1/3rd the country.. even if you add the odd foreign arrival to the kumbh.

It lasts for 45 days, so are the numbers for total number of dips or total unique individuals ?

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[Krishna with Flute]

This guy is exploring the Kumbh.

 

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