The 45-day-long Mahakumbh ended on Mahashivratri here on Wednesday with a record over 66 crore Sanatani devotees converging at the sacred Sangam.
Amit Shah, accompanied by his family, took a holy dip at the Sangam during the Maha Kumbh in Prayagraj on Monday.
Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Saturday described the Mahakumbh as the biggest event in the world that symbolises unity. Emphasising the significance of Sanatan Dharma, he likened it to a banyan tree. "Sanatan Dharma is like a vast and majestic banyan tree. It should never be compared to mere shrubs or bushes," he stated.
Sharing their experiences about the Maha Kumbh, foreign 'Mahamandaleshwars' praised Sanatan Dharma and also lauded the government for its "incredible" efforts in organising the grand event.
The 13 akharas, the flag bearers of Sanatan Dharma, are present in Sector-20, adorning the Prayagraj Mahakumbh.
Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath paid tribute to Shri Guru Tegh Bahadur Ji Maharaj, the ninth Guru in the Sikh tradition, on his martyrdom day at Yahiyaganj Gurudwara here on Friday.
The CM made the remarks after unveiling the grand Shri Rajagopuram Gate of Sugriva Fort in Ayodhya.
The UP chief minister was addressing during the "Lord Narasimha Shobha Yatra" organised by the RSS and Shri Holikotsav Samiti on the festival of Holi.
The CM expressed his gratitude for the opportunity to perform the Kanya Puja, emphasizing that this festival serves as a sacred means to show respect and empower women.
Speaking at the BJP’s ‘Jan Ashirwad Yatra’ in Madhya Pradesh, the Union minister said while Rahul Gandhi tarnishes the image of India abroad, the Opposition leaders defame the Sanatan Dharma and Hindu religion in the country.
