Mahakumbh Mela 2025 highlights: Preparations in full swing ahead of second 'Amit Snan' on January 29

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• 28 Jan 2025, 05:03 PM

  Mahakumbh 2025 live: Special trains to run on the ocassion of Mauni Amavasya as part of security arrangements

  #WATCH | Parayagraj, UP | On security arrangements for #MahaKumbh2025, Prayagraj SSP GRP Abhishek says, "On the occasion of Mauni Amavasya, a large number of special trains are being run by the Railways… A large number of police forces, paramilitary squads, dog squads, bomb… pic.twitter.com/ZYXVP8LCc5

  — ANI (@ANI) January 28, 2025

  
• 25 Jan 2025, 03:00 PM

  Mahakumbh Mela 2025 live: Himangi Sakhi opposes Mamta Kulkarni's appointment as Kinnar Akhada's Mahamandleshwar

  Transgender Kathavackak Jagatguru Himangi Sakhi Maa has spoken out on Mamta Kulkarni, the former Bollywood actress, being appointed as Mahamandleshwar of the Kinnar Akhada during the Maha Kumbh.

  Speaking to ANI, Himangi Sakhi questioned the credibility of the appointment, citing Mamta Kulkarni's past controversies.

  "Mamta Kulkarni has been made Mahamandleshwar by the Kinnar Akhada for publicity. Society knows her past very well. She was even jailed in the past in connection with drug cases. Suddenly, she arrives in India, participates in the Maha Kumbh, and is given the position of Mahamandleshwar. This needs investigation," Himangi told ANI.

  "By giving such a person the title of Mahamandleshwar, what kind of guru are you offering to Sanatan Dharma? This is a question of ethics. Someone who isn't worthy of being called a guru is being made one," she added.

  
• 25 Jan 2025, 01:57 PM

  Mahakumbh Mela 2025 live: "We are all fortunate to have the opportunity to witness Mahakumbh 2025...," says UP CM Yogi Adityanath

  #WATCH | Prayagraj: UP CM Yogi Adityanath says, "We are all fortunate to have the opportunity to witness #Mahakumbh2025... A large number of people took a holy dip at the Triveni Sangam - the sacred confluence of the rivers Ganga, Yamuna and Saraswati on the occasion of Paush… pic.twitter.com/RxJYYS2Uxp

  — ANI (@ANI) January 25, 2025

  
• 25 Jan 2025, 01:12 PM

  Mahakumbh Mela 2025 live: Devotees flock to see rare conch shell weighing about 11 kg 

  #WATCH | Prayagraj, Uttar Pradesh: A unique conch shell weighing about 11 kg becomes the centre of attraction for the devotees coming to the #MahaKumbh2025. pic.twitter.com/BPxaYLLqG3

  — ANI (@ANI) January 25, 2025

  
• 25 Jan 2025, 11:32 AM

  Mahakumbh Mela 2025 live: 'People showing huge interest in Constitution of India,' says gallery manager

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  #WATCH | Prayagraj, Uttar Pradesh: Manager of the Constitution Gallery, Ashwini says, "People are coming in large numbers ahead of the Republic Day...The people are taking a huge interest...This is a very good opportunity to give information to the public regarding the… https://t.co/gzwpwfKhjb pic.twitter.com/AhzUO94Ca6

  — ANI (@ANI) January 25, 2025

  
• 25 Jan 2025, 11:31 AM

  Mahakumbh Mela 2025 live: Constitution gallery becomes major attraction for devotees ahead of Republic Day 2025

  #WATCH | Prayagraj, Uttar Pradesh: The Constitution Gallery becomes the centre of attraction for the devotees coming to the #MahaKumbh2025 ahead of #RepublicDay2025.
  
  This year marks 75 years of the implementation of the Constitution of India. pic.twitter.com/278RfDDTaK

  — ANI (@ANI) January 25, 2025

  
• 25 Jan 2025, 11:05 AM

  Mahakumbh Mela 2025 live: 'Feeling very good after getting the benefits of government schemes,' says a beneficiary

  #WATCH | Prayagraj, Uttar Pradesh: A beneficiary says, "I have come from Alwar, Rajasthan. I have a problem in my knees due to which I am not able to walk...We are getting the benefits of the government schemes at the #MahaKumbhMela2025. I am feeling very good..." https://t.co/1onv7FNcW6 pic.twitter.com/jbrio5YSkp

  — ANI (@ANI) January 25, 2025

  
• 25 Jan 2025, 10:22 AM

  Mahakumbh Mela 2025 live: Elderly pilgrims receive free assistive devices under Rashtriya Vayoshri Yojana

  #WATCH | Prayagraj, Uttar Pradesh: Elderly people coming to the #MahaKumbhMela2025 are being provided assistive devices free of cost based on their eligibility under the Central government's Rashtriya Vayoshri Yojana. pic.twitter.com/Qj5VGSsoaz

  — ANI (@ANI) January 25, 2025

   

   

  
• 25 Jan 2025, 09:10 AM

  Mahakumbh Mela 2025 live: Swami Govind Dev Giri Maharaj's 76th birthday to be celebrated at Prayagraj

  Swami Govind Dev Giri Ji Maharaj, a revered spiritual leader, Treasurer of Shri Ram Janmbhoomi Trust, and Vice President of Mathura Krishna Janmbhoomi Trust, will celebrate his 76th birthday with devotion, grandeur, and the presence of India's leading saints.

  The celebrations will take place at the sacred Maha Kumbh 2025 in Uttar Pradesh's Prayagraj, a historical and spiritual gathering of millions of devotees.

  As part of the celebrations, which began on Friday, January 24, a grand Yagya will be organized at the Guru Karuna Kumbh Mela Shivir to invoke divine blessings, peace, and prosperity for all. Hundreds of devotees, saints, and spiritual leaders will participate, making this a powerful moment of collective prayer and energy.

   

  
• 25 Jan 2025, 08:35 AM

  Mahakumbh Mela 2025 live: Over 10,000 seers to share views on 'Sadhuon Ke Mann Ki Baat' programme

  Inspired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi's Mann Ki Baat initiative, a special programme 'Sadhuon Ke Mann Ki Baat' will be organised at the ongoing Maha Kumbh here on Saturday that will provide seers a platform to share their thoughts on key aspects of Sanatan Dharma.

  The unique event will also see the sadhus talking about the initiatives undertaken by the Yogi Adityanath government for the Maha Kumbh, according to an official statement.

  The programme's spokesperson said among the other issues to be discussed is ban on cow slaughter.

  
• 25 Jan 2025, 07:23 AM

  Mahakumbh Mela 2025 live: Triveni Sangam witnesses massive turnout despite chilly weather

  Prayagraj, Uttar Pradesh: On the thirteenth day of the #MahaKumbh2025, devotees took a holy dip at the Triveni Sangam pic.twitter.com/kFfwmS1fIY

  — IANS (@ians_india) January 25, 2025