President Murmu Participates in Sacred Bathing at Sangam During Maha Kumbh Festival
President Droupadi Murmu embarked on a spiritual journey to the Maha Kumbh, the world's largest spiritual and cultural gathering, held in Mahakumbh Nagar, Uttar Pradesh.
The President began her visit by paying homage at the Bade Hanuman temple, where she was greeted by the temple's mahant, Balbir Giri, who conducted ritualistic worship and presented Murmu with a replica of the shrine. Murmu then offered prayers for the country's well-being and prosperity.
Later, Murmu visited the Digital Mahakumbh Experience Centre, a technological marvel that provides detailed insights into the Maha Kumbh. The centre aims to enhance the experience of devotees from India and abroad, allowing them to connect more closely with the spiritual grandeur of the Maha Kumbh.
At the Triveni Sangam, the holy confluence of Maa Ganga, Yamuna, and Saraswati, Murmu performed the traditional "Dugdhabhishek" and an "aarti". She took a holy dip in the Sangam, an act that she later shared on her social media platforms.
Murmu also visited the Saraswati Koop, a sacred well associated with Maa Saraswati, and offered a coconut to the Ganga river and prayers to the Sun god. On her way to the Sangam, the President fed grains to migratory Siberian birds flocking the river.
The Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister, Yogi Adityanath, informed Murmu about the coloured waters of the Yamuna and Ganga at the Sangam. He explained that the green water coming from one side was that of the Yamuna, while the yellow-coloured water on the other side was that of the Ganga.
The Maha Kumbh, which started on January 13, is a living symbol of India's rich cultural heritage. Murmu reiterated this sentiment, stating that the Maha Kumbh is a testament to the country's spiritual and cultural diversity.
Recently, statements about the origin of President Draupadi Murmu have been made primarily in Indian political and news contexts. As the first tribal woman to hold the presidency, Murmu's election has been celebrated as a significant milestone in Indian politics.
During her visit, Murmu was accompanied by her family, making the sacred moment at the Sangam even more special. The Uttar Pradesh Governor, Anandiben Patel, and Yogi Adityanath presented the President and her family with gifts showcasing the state's products from the One District, One Product (ODOP) initiative.
In a separate incident, officials rescued a man who was trapped in a flooded river in Chhattisgarh. The rescue operation was conducted by the Indian Air Force.
The Maha Kumbh will continue until Maha Shivratri on February 26. The President's visit to the Maha Kumbh is a significant moment in the event's history, symbolising the unity and spirituality of the Indian people.
