Naga Sadhus took a holy dip at the Triveni Sangam in Uttar Pradesh's Prayagraj on Tuesday, January 14, on the occasion of Makar Sankranti. Crores of devotees also gathered to take the first 'Amrit Snan' for the Maha Kumbh Mela 2025. Sadhus from 13 akhadas took holy dips in the Sangam first on Sankranti day according to the rituals. Naga Sadhus were given the first opportunity to take a bath.
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 grad procession, spreading devotion. Bhajan troupes and chanting "Har har Mahadev."
Naga Sadhus Take Holy Dip in Triveni Sangam
Mahamandleshwar Maa Nirbhayand Puri, Sri Niranjani Akhara said, "...After 12 years, the Kumbh has arrived here, and everyone is benefiting from it. People have come with their own feelings, and the most important thing is the purity of their devotion..."
Mahamandaleshwar Swami Govindananda Puri said, "Look, it's a great pleasure. There is no issue with the arrangements, and the administration's coordination is excellent..."
Sadhvi Niranjan Jyoti said, "My best wishes for the Mahakumbh, to the citizens of the country, to all the devotees, from my side..."