26 million take part in last major bath at Maha Kumbh

Mahakumbh 2025: The third and final major bathing ritual of Mahakumbh 2025, the "Amrit Sanan," took place on Basant Panchami (Monday), drawing millions of devotees to the sacred confluence of the Ganga, Yamuna, and the mythical Saraswati. By 8pm, over 25.7 million devotees had taken a holy dip at the Sangam, as reported by the UP government.

Two more significant bathing dates are scheduled for February 12 (Maghi Purnima) and February 26.

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The ritual began early in the morning during the auspicious "Brahma Muhurta," with sacred processions from various Akharas heading toward the Triveni Sangam. Each Akhara was allotted a specific time to take the holy dip. Sadhus, Naga Sadhus, and other saints participated in the ritual, ensuring they returned to their camps within the designated time frame.

Over 10 lakh Kalpvasis, who are observing "Kalpvas" during the month of Magh, also bathed in the Sangam as part of their strict daily routine. Following tradition, they also took a silent dip during the Brahma Muhurta.

Mahakumbh Crowd Control Measures

Following the tragic stampede on January 29, which claimed 30 lives, managing the crowd for the third "Amrit Sanan" was a major concern for the UP government. Senior officials were stationed onsite throughout the day to ensure smooth operations.

To control the crowd, additional security forces were deployed at critical points. Devotees were not allowed to stop along their route to the ghats and were encouraged to take a dip at the nearest location to their camps. Traffic diversions were also put in place to manage the flow of people, and the UP police had already prepared for large crowds by reviewing footage from the second "Amrit Snan."

CM Monitors Operations Closely

Uttar Pradesh CM Yogi Adityanath remained involved in the operations, monitoring the situation from his official residence in Lucknow. Starting 3:30 am, he oversaw the arrangements and received regular updates from key officials.